Chicago Solar Market Overview
Chicago's solar permit activity is currently slowing, with 100 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 233 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 145.2 solar permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active solar contractors in Chicago include SUNRUN INSTALLATION SERVICES, CERTIFIED ELECTRIC LLC, SUNRISE SOLAR LLC.
Recent Solar Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Reported Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 3043 W 71ST ST | LINE VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL WORK. REPAIR OR ALTER DEVI... | $2,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-09-03 | 5617 N KILBOURN AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $19,320 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-31 | 4400 W WEST END AVE | REPAIR OR IN-KIND REPLACEMENT OF 0 PLUMBING FIXTUR... | $5,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 3949 W 83RD ST | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING... | $16,970 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 3114 N MANGO AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $34,925 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 6104 S KNOX AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $19,535 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 3014 N OSCEOLA AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $23,810 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 2125 W 49TH PL | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $34,070 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 8906 S RIDGELAND AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $17,825 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 1031 W 107TH ST | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $22,100 | ACTIVE |
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How many Solar permits were filed in Chicago in the last 30 days?
Chicago has 100 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?
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How quickly are Solar permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-09-04. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.