Chicago Solar Market Overview
Chicago's solar permit activity is currently slowing, with 111 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 163 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 171.2 solar permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. Contractors recorded on matching Chicago permits include SUNRUN INSTALLATION SERVICES, CERTIFIED ELECTRIC LLC, SUNRISE SOLAR LLC. These projects may include several trades. Check each company’s services and availability directly.
Recent Solar Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Reported Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-29 | 8416 S KILBOURN AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $5,418 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-29 | 10122 S RHODES AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $31,866 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-29 | 11422 S LOWE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING... | $15,507 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-29 | 10122 S RHODES AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING... | $31,866 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-28 | 5837 W 64TH ST | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $9,240 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-28 | 2548 W BALMORAL AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $19,260 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-27 | 11425 S LOWE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING... | $15,507 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-27 | 8117 S KILDARE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING | $4,503 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-27 | 7211 S CRANDON AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $10,711 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-10-27 | 8117 S KILDARE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $22,262 | ACTIVE |
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How many Solar permits were filed in Chicago in the last 30 days?
Chicago has 111 solar permits dated in the last 30 days in the source records currently available on PermitGrab.
What types of Solar work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for solar permits including photovoltaic panel installation, solar arrays, and renewable energy systems. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
How can a Solar business research project activity in Chicago?
Use PermitGrab to review matching solar permit records from Chicago’s public source. Use the displayed source date, project scope, and available record fields to research published project activity; a permit is not a request for bids.
How quickly are Solar permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-10-29. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.
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