101 local rules on file · Pop. 43 · Will County
Showing ordinances that apply to Andres, IL
Andres is an unincorporated community with a population of approximately 43 in Will County, Illinois. Because Andres is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal government or city code. Instead, Will County ordinances apply directly to residential and commercial properties here. The rules below are the county-level regulations that govern your area. Nearby incorporated cities in Will County may have different rules.
Will County may allow backyard chickens with limits. Roosters typically banned in residential areas. Livestock requires agricultural zoning or minimum lot size.
Illinois Wildlife Code 520 ILCS 5/2.37 prohibits feeding of white-tailed deer statewide. Will County municipalities additionally restrict feeding of waterfowl and prohibit conditions attracting coyotes. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie area sees heightened enforcement.
These unincorporated areas are also governed by Will County ordinances.
Will County does not have breed-specific legislation banning particular dog breeds in unincorporated areas. Illinois has no statewide breed ban preemption, but Will County has not enacted county-level breed restrictions. All dogs must comply with licensing and vaccination requirements under 510 ILCS 5.
Will County municipalities impose overnight street parking bans typically 2-6 AM. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, and Plainfield each run snow-route restrictions from Nov-Apr. Tickets range $25-$75 with towing possible for repeat offenders or snow emergencies.
Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act (20 ILCS 627) requires new single-family homes to be EV-capable and limits HOA bans. Will County municipalities issue electrical permits for Level 2 chargers. Joliet and Bolingbrook have adopted the 2021 IECC with EV-ready provisions.
Illinois Abandoned Vehicle Statute (625 ILCS 5/4-201 et seq.) and Will County LUO authorize tagging and towing of abandoned vehicles after 7 days on public streets. Private property storage of inoperable vehicles requires enclosed garage or opaque screening.
In unincorporated Will County, vehicles must be parked on approved parking surfaces in residential districts. The zoning code (Chapter 155) governs driveway and parking area standards. Building permits may be required for new driveways or expansions. Contact the Will County Land Use Department for driveway construction standards.
Unincorporated Will County does not have a county-wide overnight street parking ban. Parking on county roads is governed by the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5) and county road regulations. Local fire protection and road districts may impose additional restrictions. Contact the Will County Highway Department for specific road parking rules.
Will County §155-11.65 regulates truck and trailer parking in A-2 and residential districts. Commercial vehicles must be screened from view in side/rear yards. The county's zoning code limits the types and numbers of vehicles that can be stored on residential lots. Truck parking lots require special use permits in commercial/industrial zones.
Will County §155-11.65 governs parking of trucks, trailers, and recreational vehicles in A-2 and residential districts. Vehicles and trailers in side or rear yards must be completely screened from view by a fence or wall. The county limits the maximum number of vehicles parked on residential lots under §155-11.50(D).
Will County and municipalities require property owners to maintain lots free of excessive brush, weeds, and combustible debris under local nuisance weed ordinances. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie prescribed burns illustrate active fire-fuel management in the county. No statewide defensible space law applies.
Will County, IL has NO designated wildfire hazard zones — northern Illinois is not classified as wildland-urban interface. No defensible space rules apply in Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, or Lockport. Primary fire risk is structural/grassland; open burning is regulated under 415 ILCS 5/9 (IL EPA) and local fire codes rather than wildfire zoning.
Consumer fireworks are illegal statewide in Illinois per 425 ILCS 35 (Pyrotechnic Use Act). Only sparklers up to 12 inches, snakes, and party poppers are legal for personal use. Professional displays require Illinois State Fire Marshal permits. Local fire protection districts enforce fireworks laws in unincorporated areas.
Open burning in unincorporated Will County is generally prohibited unless an IL EPA permit is obtained or a statutory exemption applies. Recreational fires and campfires must be at least 50 feet from any property line and structures. Only dry landscape waste generated on the property may be burned. The IL EPA regulates open burning under 415 ILCS 5.
Fire pits in unincorporated Will County must comply with local fire protection district rules and the International Fire Code. Standard requirements include at least 10–15 feet clearance from structures (varies by fire district). The fire must not create a nuisance to neighbors. Check with your local fire protection district for specific requirements.
Illinois has no state-level mandate for native plants, but Will County and Forest Preserve District actively promote prairie restoration near Midewin. Municipal weed ordinances exempt managed native plantings. HOA restrictions on native plants remain enforceable unlike many western states.
Illinois permits residential rainwater harvesting with no state-level restrictions. Will County and its municipalities encourage rain barrels for stormwater management in the Des Plaines, DuPage, Hickory Creek, and Kankakee River basins. Bolingbrook and Plainfield have offered rebate programs.
Will County municipalities generally permit artificial turf with drainage and base requirements. Illinois has no state preemption protecting turf rights, so HOAs may restrict. Stormwater Management Ordinance limits impervious surface increases on lots near floodways.
Unincorporated Will County does not have standing countywide irrigation restrictions. Water restrictions may be imposed during drought conditions by local water utilities or the Illinois EPA. Many unincorporated residents are on private wells. Water conservation is encouraged but not generally mandated outside drought periods.
Will County enforces weed abatement. IL Noxious Weed Act (505 ILCS 100) requires destruction of designated noxious weeds. Vacant lots monitored closely.
Will County enforces property maintenance standards in unincorporated areas through the Land Use Department's Administration and Enforcement Division. Grass and weeds must be maintained to county standards. Illinois Noxious Weed Act (505 ILCS 100) requires destruction of noxious weeds. The division investigates complaints related to county codes.
Unincorporated Will County does not have a comprehensive tree protection ordinance for private property trees. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their own trees. The Will County Highway Department maintains trees along county roads. For trees near power lines, contact ComEd at 800-334-7661. Call JULIE at 811 before digging.
Unincorporated Will County does not impose specific tree removal permit requirements for private property trees. Property owners may remove trees on their own land. The county's zoning code may require landscaping in connection with development projects. Contact the Land Use Department for requirements related to development activities.
Tiny homes on permanent foundations are treated as single-family dwellings under Will County LUO and IRC Appendix Q. Tiny homes on wheels classified as RVs under 625 ILCS 5 and generally cannot be used as permanent dwellings outside licensed RV parks.
Will County municipalities require building permits for carports over 200 sq ft. Front yard carports generally prohibited. Attached carports must match home setbacks; detached require 3-10 ft side/rear setbacks depending on municipality.
Will County's zoning code (Chapter 155) does not broadly permit accessory dwelling units by right in all residential districts. ADU allowances vary by zoning district. Illinois HB 2373 (2024) encourages ADU development statewide but does not mandate local adoption. Contact the Will County Land Use Department for ADU feasibility in your zoning district.
Sheds and accessory structures in unincorporated Will County must comply with Chapter 155 Zoning Code setback and size requirements. Building permits may be required depending on size and utilities. The county zoning code specifies maximum lot coverage and setback distances by zoning district. Contact the Land Use Department for permit requirements.
Garage conversions in unincorporated Will County require building permits and must comply with Chapter 155 Zoning requirements. Converted garages must maintain required off-street parking. Illinois has no state-mandated garage-to-ADU conversion allowance. Contact the Land Use Department for permit requirements.
Will County and its municipalities (Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Mokena, Frankfort, Lockport, Crest Hill) impose no specific leaf blower equipment bans. Gas-powered blowers remain legal, subject to general noise ordinance time-of-day limits. Fall leaf season sees heavy use along the DuPage and Des Plaines River corridors.
Will County municipalities regulate amplified music through local noise chapters and special event permits. Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Plainfield require sound amplification permits for public events. Harrah's Joliet and riverfront venues operate under conditional use approvals tied to decibel limits at property lines.
Will County §133.04 prohibits noise in all residential districts (and adjacent business districts) in unincorporated areas between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. Noise is defined as sounds from vehicle/engine repairs, music, or mechanical equipment audible 75 feet beyond the property line. Electronically amplified sound must not be heard 75 feet beyond the property line at any time.
Barking dogs in unincorporated Will County fall under the general noise ordinance (§133.04) if audible 75 feet beyond the property line during quiet hours (10 PM–7 AM). Will County Animal Control handles animal-related complaints for unincorporated areas. The Illinois Animal Control Act (510 ILCS 5) provides the statewide framework for animal regulation.
Will County §133.04 defines construction trades as home repair including construction, repair, and maintenance of structures and appurtenances, plus landscaping construction (but not landscaping maintenance). Construction noise audible 75 feet beyond the property line is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM in residential areas. Emergency repairs are exempt.
Will County municipalities permitting short-term rentals typically require $500,000 to $1,000,000 in commercial liability coverage. Standard homeowner policies exclude STR activity. Airbnb AirCover and Vrbo Liability Insurance often don't satisfy local proof-of-insurance requirements in Joliet and Frankfort.
Will County municipalities that permit short-term rentals limit occupancy to approximately 2 guests per bedroom plus 2, capped at 10-12. Joliet, Lockport, and Frankfort apply these formulas. Bolingbrook heavily restricts STRs; Plainfield requires conditional use permits with occupancy tied to bedroom count.
STR operators in unincorporated Will County are subject to the Illinois Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax of 6% of 94% of gross receipts (35 ILCS 145) for stays under 30 days. Will County may impose additional hotel/motel taxes. Hosts must collect and remit applicable state and county taxes.
Unincorporated Will County does not have a dedicated short-term rental ordinance or registration requirement. STR operations in unincorporated areas must comply with county zoning (Chapter 155) and any applicable building codes. Illinois does not preempt local STR regulation. Contact the Will County Land Use Department for current guidance.
In unincorporated Will County, vehicle parking in residential districts is governed by the zoning code (Chapter 155). Vehicles must be parked on approved surfaces. The county's parking regulations for residential districts (§155-11.65) govern trucks, trailers, and RVs. STR guests must follow all county parking rules.
STR guests in unincorporated Will County are subject to the county noise ordinance (§133.04). No noise audible 75 feet beyond the property line between 10 PM and 7 AM. Amplified sound must not be heard beyond 75 feet at any time. Complaints should be directed to the Will County Sheriff's Office.
Illinois Plumbing Code 77 Ill. Adm. Code 890 and 2018 IRC Appendix G require 48-inch minimum barriers around all residential pools and hot tubs deeper than 24 inches. Self-closing, self-latching gates with latch 54 inches above grade are mandatory in Will County and all municipalities.
Will County and its municipalities require building permits for retaining walls over 4 feet measured from bottom of footing. Walls with surcharge (driveway, slope, structure above) require engineered plans from an Illinois licensed PE regardless of height.
Will County §155-14.90 governs fences and walls in unincorporated areas. Standard residential limits follow typical Illinois patterns (4 feet front yard, 6 feet side/rear). Specific heights vary by zoning district. Contact the Will County Land Use Department for height requirements in your specific zoning district.
Will County Land Use Ordinance and municipal zoning codes permit wood, vinyl, wrought iron, aluminum, and chain-link fencing residentially. Barbed wire and electric fencing are restricted to agricultural zones under county Land Use Ordinance. HOAs in Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and Naperville areas often prohibit chain-link.
Will County's fence ordinance (§155-14.90) governs placement and materials but the county does not have a residential fence cost-sharing law. Illinois Fence Act (765 ILCS 130) governs agricultural boundary fence cost-sharing only. Fence disputes in residential areas are resolved through civil court. Fences must not obstruct drainage easements.
Fence construction in unincorporated Will County is governed by the zoning code (§155-14.90). Permits may be required depending on fence height and location. Contact the Will County Land Use Department at 58 E. Clinton St., Joliet for permit applications and specific requirements for your zoning district.
Will County requires electrical permits for all 240V hot tub installations under the 2020 NEC. Setback 5-10 feet from property lines. Hot tubs with ASTM F1346 locking covers may forgo pool barrier requirements in most Will County municipalities.
Will County requires building permits for pools, spas, and hot tubs. Inspections required for electrical, plumbing, and barriers.
Swimming pools in unincorporated Will County must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) high per local building code requirements. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. The Illinois Private Swimming Pool Enclosure Act requires a minimum 42-inch barrier statewide. Building permits are required for pool construction.
Pool construction in unincorporated Will County requires building and electrical permits through the Land Use Department. The county adopts the International Building Code for pool safety standards. Electrical work must meet NEC requirements. Unmaintained pools with standing water may be cited as nuisances.
Above-ground pools in unincorporated Will County require building permits and must meet the same fencing and safety requirements as in-ground pools. Pool fencing of at least 48 inches with self-closing gates is required. Pools must comply with setback requirements under the county zoning code (Chapter 155).
Illinois DCFS licenses home daycares under 225 ILCS 10 and 89 Ill. Adm. Code 406/408. Family daycares (up to 8 children) and group daycares (up to 16 with assistant) operate as home occupations in Will County subject to municipal zoning review.
Illinois Home Kitchen Operation law (410 ILCS 625/4) was dramatically expanded by Public Act 102-0633 effective January 2022, allowing sales up to $78,000/year of most shelf-stable foods plus many refrigerated items. Will County Health Department handles registration.
Home occupations in unincorporated Will County must not generate commercial traffic patterns or alter the residential character of the area. Standard county zoning requirements limit customer visits, prohibit outside employees, and restrict outdoor storage. Illinois Cottage Food Operation Act (410 ILCS 625/4) provides separate rules for home food sales.
Home-based businesses in unincorporated Will County are restricted from commercial signage to maintain residential character per the zoning code. The county's sign regulations are part of Chapter 155. Standard home occupation rules in Illinois counties typically prohibit or severely limit external signage. Contact the Land Use Department for specifics.
Home occupations in unincorporated Will County are governed by the County Zoning Code (Chapter 155). Home-based businesses must comply with residential district use regulations and maintain residential character. The Will County Land Use Department reviews zoning compliance. Contact them at 58 E. Clinton St., Joliet for current requirements.
Will County enforces a juvenile curfew for minors under 17. Nighttime curfew hours typically run 11 PM to 6 AM on school nights with later weekend hours.
Will County Forest Preserve District lands close at sunset (earlier in winter, 8 PM summer) under 70 ILCS 805. Municipal parks in Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Romeoville, and other cities close 10 PM or dusk. After-hours presence is criminal trespass under 720 ILCS 5/19-4 or local ordinance.
Will County and its municipalities require fully shielded, downward-directed exterior lighting for new commercial and subdivision development. Intermodal yards near Elwood/Joliet have lumen caps to reduce glare on adjacent residences and Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie.
Will County limits light trespass to 0.5 foot-candles at residential property lines and 1.0 foot-candle at nonresidential boundaries. Complaint-driven enforcement handled by Building & Zoning. Joliet, Bolingbrook, and other municipalities enforce parallel rules.
Will County and municipalities (Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Lockport) require vacant lot owners to mow weeds/grass over 8 inches, remove debris, and secure structures. Unincorporated areas enforced under Will County Land Use Ordinance; non-compliance triggers abatement with costs liened against the property under 65 ILCS 5/11-20-7.
Will County municipalities require sidewalk snow and ice clearing within 24 to 48 hours after snowfall. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and Romeoville enforce year-round. Illinois Snow and Ice Removal Act (745 ILCS 75) provides limited liability protection for good-faith shoveling.
Will County municipalities apply property-maintenance codes to garage and yard sales. Merchandise must be displayed neatly, removed by sale-end, and signs taken down within 24 hours. Persistent yard clutter triggers blight citations under the IPMC adopted by most municipalities.
Will County municipalities require trash and recycling bins to be screened from street view except on collection day. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, and Plainfield each limit curb placement to 12-24 hours around pickup. Groot, Waste Management, and Republic Services are primary haulers.
Will County and its municipalities enforce IL Property Maintenance Code and local blight ordinances. Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Romeoville operate active property maintenance divisions. Vacant property registration required in Joliet and Lockport. Lien rights under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1 secure abatement costs.
Will County requires a site development permit for grading involving 400 cubic yards of earth movement or alteration of drainage patterns. Runoff cannot be directed onto neighboring properties. Detention storage required for impervious increases over 25,000 sq ft.
Will County enforces the Countywide Stormwater Management Ordinance (WCSMO) requiring erosion and sediment control plans for any land disturbance of 5,000 square feet or more. Silt fence, stabilized entrances, and inlet protection are required BMPs across Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and unincorporated Will County.
Will County Stormwater Management Ordinance (adopted 2007, amended 2023) governs all new development disturbing 0.5+ acres or adding 5,000+ sq ft impervious. Detention, water-quality, and compensatory storage required in Des Plaines, DuPage, Hickory Creek, and Kankakee River basins. FEMA flood maps apply.
Will County has no ocean coastline but regulates development along the DuPage River, Des Plaines River, Kankakee River, Hickory Creek, and numerous lakes and wetlands. WCSMO buffer requirements and FEMA floodplain rules govern riparian setbacks of 30-75 feet depending on waterway classification.
Will County has comprehensive stormwater management regulations (Chapter 55 and Chapter 164 — Water Resource Ordinances). FEMA FIRMs identify floodplain areas along the Des Plaines River, DuPage River, and tributaries. The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee advises on floodplain policy. Properties in SFHAs require flood insurance with federally backed mortgages.
Will County LUO limits residential lot coverage to 30 to 40% depending on district. Municipal limits range 35% (Frankfort large-lot R-1) to 50% (Romeoville R-4). Countywide Stormwater Ordinance adds impervious-surface triggers for flood-prone Des Plaines, DuPage, and Kankakee River basins.
Will County Land Use Ordinance sets minimum setbacks by zoning district. Typical R-2A residential: 40 ft front, 10 ft side, 40 ft rear. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Romeoville, Lockport, Mokena, Frankfort, and New Lenox each enforce their own municipal zoning setbacks inside corporate limits.
Will County LUO caps residential structures at 35 ft. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and other Will County cities generally allow 2.5 stories or 35 ft in single-family districts, with taller limits in commercial, downtown, and industrial zones serving the CenterPoint / BNSF intermodal corridor.
Will County follows the Illinois Forcible Entry and Detainer Act (735 ILCS 5/9) — no just-cause eviction protections. Landlords may terminate month-to-month with 30-day notice without reason. Self-help eviction (lockouts, utility shut-off) banned under 735 ILCS 5/9-101.5.
Rent control is banned statewide in Illinois by the Rent Control Preemption Act (50 ILCS 825/5). Will County, Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and all municipalities cannot cap rent increases. Landlords set rates freely with proper notice per 735 ILCS 5/9-207.
Will County has no countywide rental registration, but several municipalities including Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, and Lockport require landlord registration and periodic inspections. Fees range $25-$125 per unit annually with crime-free housing addenda common.
Will County allows temporary garage sale signs on private property with owner consent. Signs limited to 4-6 sq ft, off-site directional signs typically 3-4 maximum. ROW placement on utility poles and traffic signs prohibited. Removal required within 24 hours of sale end.
Holiday decorations broadly allowed on residential property in Will County without permits. Displays cannot block sidewalks, sight lines, or drainage swales. Electrical must be outdoor-rated. HOAs in Plainfield, Bolingbrook, and Frankfort subdivisions often impose additional duration limits.
Political signs protected on private property under First Amendment per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Will County and its municipalities allow residential political signs without permits. Public right-of-way placement prohibited. No mandatory removal deadlines after Reed ruling.
Will County permits adult-use cannabis dispensaries under 410 ILCS 705 with local zoning. Joliet, Romeoville, Plainfield, Lockport, and Mokena allow dispensaries in commercial zones with 1,500-foot buffers from schools. Bolingbrook, Frankfort, and New Lenox have opted out of allowing adult-use retail.
Illinois recreational cannabis is legal for adults 21+, but home cultivation is prohibited for recreational users under 410 ILCS 705. Only registered medical-cannabis patients may grow up to 5 plants at home. Will County municipalities cannot override this state preemption.
Will County municipalities require door-to-door commercial solicitors to obtain a peddler permit with background check and visible ID badge. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and Romeoville enforce 9 AM to 8 or 9 PM hours (or sunset). Religious and political canvassing protected under First Amendment and Illinois case law.
Joliet, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and most Will County municipalities honor 'No Soliciting' signs posted at residences. Several cities maintain no-knock registries. Under 720 ILCS 5/19-4 (criminal trespass), ignoring a posted sign can escalate to trespass. First Amendment exemptions protect religious and political canvassers.
Most Will County municipalities limit garage sales to 3 to 4 per household per year, with each sale up to 3 consecutive days. Plainfield and Bolingbrook cap at 3 sales; Joliet, Romeoville, and Frankfort allow 4.
Will County municipalities allow garage sales during daylight hours, typically 7 or 8 AM to 7 or 8 PM. Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Joliet, and Romeoville align hours to their general noise ordinances, with no sales permitted overnight.
Most Will County municipalities do not require a permit for residential garage sales. Bolingbrook and Plainfield require a free registration for sales. Joliet, Romeoville, Frankfort, Mokena, New Lenox, and Lockport have no permit requirement.
Will County municipalities require trash and recycling carts placed at the curb or alley edge on collection day, typically after 5 PM the night before. Carts must be removed within 12 to 24 hours of pickup and stored out of public view between collections, commonly enforced in Bolingbrook and Plainfield HOAs.
Will County municipalities offer bulk item pickup through franchise haulers with advance scheduling. Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Plainfield provide 1-2 bulk items per week included or by call-ahead. Refrigerant appliances require freon tag. Household hazardous waste goes to Will County collection events, not curbside.
Will County municipalities contract with Waste Management, Republic Services, Groot, or Flood Brothers for weekly curbside trash and recycling. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Mokena, Frankfort, Lockport, and Crest Hill each run franchise collection on scheduled weekdays with holiday shift rules.
Will County municipalities mandate curbside single-stream recycling for paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans, and plastics #1, #2, and #5 under the Illinois Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act (415 ILCS 15). Contaminated bins are tagged and skipped. Will County aims for 40% diversion consistent with the county solid waste plan.
Most Will County municipalities require 1:1 to 3:1 replacement for permitted tree removals. Replacement species must be native prairie or oak-hickory varieties; fee-in-lieu payments go to municipal tree-planting funds. EAB ash replacements are exempt.
Will County has no formal heritage-tree ordinance countywide. Frankfort and Plainfield protect 'legacy' or 'significant' trees 24 in+ DBH, especially native bur oaks and white oaks tied to the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie and historic Hickory Creek savanna ecosystems.
Will County has no countywide tree-removal permit for private property. Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Romeoville, Frankfort, and Lockport require permits for trees 6 in+ DBH in parkways or on protected lots. Oak wilt and emerald ash borer (EAB) quarantine rules also apply.
Food trucks in Will County require a Will County Health Department mobile food establishment permit and a municipal vendor license in Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Plainfield, and other municipalities. Commissary agreement, vehicle inspection, and Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification required under 410 ILCS 625.
Will County municipalities designate vending zones and impose distance buffers from brick-and-mortar restaurants (50 to 200 feet typical), schools, and intersections. Joliet downtown and Bolingbrook Promenade have specific food truck rules. Unincorporated vending requires property owner consent under Will County LUO.
Recreational drone use in Will County follows FAA 49 USC 44809 rules. Restricted airspace near Lewis University Airport (KLOT), Joliet Regional, and Chicago Class B shelf affects most of the county. Will County Forest Preserve District bans drone launches in preserves without permit. Illinois Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act (725 ILCS 167) limits law enforcement use, not recreational.
Commercial drone operators in Will County must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. LAANC airspace authorization required near Lewis University (KLOT), Joliet Regional (JOT), and Clow International (1C5). Real estate, construction, and intermodal hub inspection flights are common. Argonne National Lab airspace (DuPage) borders northern Will County.
Will County and municipalities require building and electrical permits for solar PV installations. Illinois Distributed Generation Rebate Act and Adjustable Block Program apply. Expedited permitting per Illinois Solar Permitting Act (50 ILCS 745) with 14-day review targets. Fire setbacks per 2015 IFC Section 605.
Illinois Homeowners' Energy Policy Statement Act (765 ILCS 165/) prohibits HOAs from banning solar panels. CC&Rs contrary to the Act are void. HOAs may set reasonable placement rules if they do not reduce efficiency more than 10% or add cost more than $1,000. Effective across Will County.