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2. SOLAR PANEL PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

   The Village of Swansea requires building permits for all residential and commercial solar panel installations. A building permit must be obtained prior to beginning any work. The permit application must be submitted through the Village of Swansea Building and Zoning Department. The following items must be included as part of the application:

   SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

   1. Building Permit Application: Installer must be active on the Illinois Commerce Commission Utility Company Database: https://www.icc.illinois.gov/emdb/ucdb/search
      
   2. Plat of Survey or Site Plan: Indicate the location of the building(s) and the proposed system including modules, inverter(s), combiner boxes, utility disconnects and meter(s), and service panel board. For ground mounted systems, include the number and configuration of the modules and provide dimensions to property lines and adjacent buildings.
   3. Proposed Roof Plan: For roof mounted systems, the roof plan must clearly indicate the following:
   4. A dimensional layout plan drawn to scale including the number and configuration of the modules 
   5. The structure must be capable of supporting the weight of the proposed system.
   6. Indicate the size and spacing of roofing structural elements. 
   7. Indicate the type of roof covering and existing roof slope (i.e. asphalt shingle, steel, etc.). 
   8. Indicate the number of existing roof layer and estimated date of last roofing installation.
   9. Show the access pathways/setbacks to allow for support of access to the roof. The pathways/setbacks shall be located in areas with minimum obstructions.
   10. Residential: Not fewer than two 36” wide setbacks on separate roof planes, from lowest roof edge to ridge; not fewer than one pathway shall be on the street or driveway side of the roof for each roof plane with an array, not fewer than one 36” wide pathway shall be provided on the same roof plane as the array, and an adjacent roof plane, or straddling the same and adjacent roof planes.
   11. A setback of not less than 18” wide is required on both sides of a horizontal ridge (greater than 33% of total roof area requires 36” on both sides). 

   7. Provide details for array mounting to the supporting structure; include rail/racking system manufacturer specifications. The details must show the total mounting height, weight, and total square footage of the system.

   4. Analysis/Drawing from an Illinois licensed structural engineer.
      
   5. Electrical Plan: The plan shall include the following electrical information:

   1. A diagram including all circuitry, types/sizes of conduits and conductors, lengths of runs, array wiring, equipment, fusing, points of connection, disconnects, and equipment grounding.
   2. Specifications from the panel manufacturer, inverter manufacturer, and battery manufacturer (as applicable)
   3. System power rating 
   4. Ratings for panelboard ampere, main breaker, and backfeed breaker
   5. Means of system disconnection
   6. All required labeling and warning signs must be installed permanently.

   NOTE: It is the responsibility of the property owner to assess the lifespan of the existing roof versus the solar panels; the lifespan of the solar panels may be greater than that of the existing roof. Once installed, there will most likely be n increase in costs for a roof replacement with photovoltaic panels in place. 

   Applicable Codes: IRC 2015 | IBC 2015 | NEC 2014 | IFC 2006

   Contractor is responsible for scheduling and being present for all required inspections. Upon request, a ladder must be available to access the roof.

   Required inspections:

   • Rough framing, rail/racking, install prior to installation of modules
   • Electrical Service (prior to reconnection)
   • Final Building
   • Final Electrical
4. Permit Application
6. BUILDER’S STATEMENT OF Revised 9/17/2018 UNDERSTANDING, ACCEPTANCE, AND AGREEMENT Village of Swansea, 1444 Boul Avenue, Swansea, IL 62226 (618) 234-0044 ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
8. READ CAREFULLY & SIGN
10. 1.   I understand, accept and agree that any permit issued for any building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or sewer work, does not grant the privilege to erect any structure or to use any property for a purpose or in a manner prohibited by the adopted code, ordinances or regulations of the Village of Swansea.
    2. I understand, accept and agree that the responsibility for assuring the plans for any proposed construction are in compliance with the provisions of adopted codes, shall rest solely with me as the applicant.
12. 3. I understand, accept and agree that for non-residential construction projects, a minimum of two (2) copies of construction plans must be submitted for review, and upon approval, one copy of said plans will be returned to me and shall be kept at the building site during the period of construction.
    4. I understand, accept and agree that the Village of Swansea does not consider subdivision covenant restrictions when reviewing plans.
14. 5. I understand, accept and agree that the responsibility for assuring that the structure will withstand all applied loads (live, dead, wind, snow, seismic, etc.) shall rest solely with me as the applicant and/or my engineering or architectural consultant(s), and that the Village of Swansea does not consider structural load calculations when reviewing plans.
    6. I understand, accept and agree that all required setbacks for any building or structure are to be measured from property lines, the location of which must be identified by stakes, and that measurement from curbs and similar landmarks can produce errors which may halt construction and require that any part of any structure built in error, be removed.
16. 7. I understand, accept and agree that property corners will be properly staked and that said stakes will remain in place and undisturbed until after the footings/foundation inspection has been completed.
    8. I understand, accept and agree that all fees for all permits must be paid prior to the issuance of any permit, and the current cost of permits is as follows:
18. a. Building Permit $.11 per square foot (Minimum $50.00 Residential , $100.00 Commercial)
20. b. Electrical Permit $.10 per square foot (Minimum $50.00 Residential, $100.00 Commercial)
22. 9. I understand, accept and agree that inspection of all work is required by law and that failure to request and secure such inspection is a violation of Village Code.
    10. I understand, accept and agree that as the applicant for a permit, I am solely responsible for notifying the Village of Swansea when work has progressed to a point requiring inspection, and for preventing any further work until such inspection has been made and the work determined to be in compliance with applicable codes.
24. 11. I understand, accept and agree that any request for inspection must be made by calling the Swansea Government Center at 234-0044 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at least 24 hours prior to the time when the inspection is needed. The Village attempts to complete each inspection within 48 hours of its request, but offers no guarantee to do so.
    12. I understand, accept and agree that sewer lateral inspections are only made between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
26. 13. I understand, accept and agree that inspections are required at the following steps:
28. A. Building

    Upon completion of the footing excavation but prior to pouring concrete --   Upon completion of the footings and foundation -- Prior to the covering of structural members (rough -ins) (insulation if applicable) -- Following completion but prior to occupancy

30. B. Electrical
    Upon installation of any temporary service -- Upon completion of rough-in but prior to covering -- Upon completion of permanent service -- Following completion but prior to occupancy
32. 14. I understand, accept and agree that should any work be performed under a permit issued by the Village fail inspection I am subject to a re-inspection fee, as established by law.
    15. I understand, accept and agree that no Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued until all inspections have been made and passed.
34. 16. I understand, accept and agree that every temporary electrical service must have G.F.I. protection.
    17. I understand, accept and agree that if the Village of Swansea should issue a permit to me, it does so with the understanding that I will comply with the requirements of the Illinois Roofing Industry Licensing act (P.A. 83-1513, Certified January 14, 1985, effective July 1, 1985).
36. 18. I understand, accept and agree that if any damage occurs to any public improvement, i.e. street, curb and gutter, sidewalk, sanitary or storm sewer, etc. caused by me or any sub-contractor employed by me, that I will be responsible for all necessary repairs.

    19. I understand, accept and agree that all trash, debris and scrap materials must be placed into appropriate containers and disposed of properly. Burning of any kind is prohibited.

38. 20. I understand, accept and agree that if any permitted work is not begun within six (6) months from the date a permit is issued, the permit shall become null and void.
42. I CERTIFY BY MY SIGNATURE BELOW, THAT I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT EACH OF THE PROVISIONS ABOVE, AND WILL ABIDE BY THEM, AND BY THE CODES, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS AND STATUES OF THE VILLAGE OF SWANSEA AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.
44. Email Address
46. Signature (Type Name)
47. Date
49. VILLAGE OF SWANSEA BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION
50. Permit #
52. Important Instructions

    Before any lot is created; or any land is developed; or any new use of land or new structure is established or erected; or any existing structure or use is enlarged, extended, altered, relocated, or reconstructed; the owner must apply for and receive an Initial Certificate of Zoning Compliance. This certificate proves that the proposed change on a specific lot has been reviewed by the Zoning Administrator and found to be in compliance with the Swansea Zoning Code. Once an initial certificate is issued, the owner can proceed with securing building permits. The Zoning Administrator may, in some cases, find that plans for a specific lot do not agree with the zoning regulations. When that happens, (modify the plans to bring them into compliance; or 2) appeal the decision of the Zoning Administrator {if the decision is one of interpretation}; or 3) request a variation from the regulations {if a variation is allowable in this situation}; or 4) request to have the zoning regulations amended. After completion of the proposed change as authorized by the initial certificate, the actual site must be reviewed by the Zoning Administrator who confirms that the change was made as planned and approved. If this is the case, a Final Certificate of Zoning Compliance is issued, and the structure or use can then be occupied.

54. TYPE OF WORK TO BE DONE
56. PART 1 –APPLICANT INFORMATION
58. First Name
59. Last Name
61. Address1
63. City
64. State
65. Zip
67. Phone Number
69. Contractor or Homeowner
    -- Select One --ContractorHomeowner
71. PART 2 –OWNER INFORMATION
73. First Name
74. Last Name
76. Address1
78. City
79. State
80. Zip
82. Phone Number
84. PART 3 – PROPERTY INFORMATION
86. Property Address
88. Project Cost
89. Total Square Footage (including garage)
91. 1st Floor Sq Footage
92. 2nd Floor Sq Footage
93. Garage Sq Footage
95. Basement Sq Footage
96. Finished Basement Yes or No
98. Accessory Building

    1. Attached
    2. Detached
100. Proposed use of Property ( Check all that apply)

     1. Single Family
     2. Duplex
     3. Uniplex
     4. Multi No of Units
     5. Manufactured
     6. Modular
     7. Garage
     8. Carport
101. Proposed use of Property

     1. Commercial
     2. Industrial
     3. Pool
     4. Vacant Lot
     5. Type
     6. Other
103. Has any structure on this lot previously been altered?

     1. Yes
     2. No
105. Has any variation, special use permit, or rezoning been granted for this property?

     1. yes
     2. No
107. PART 4 – CONTRACTOR INFORMATION Contracting Services Name Phone/Cell No. License No.
109. BUILDING CONTRACTOR
111. First Name
112. Last Name
114. Address1
116. City
117. State
118. Zip
120. Phone Number
122. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
124. First Name
125. Last Name
127. Address1
129. City
130. State
131. Zip
133. Phone Number
135. ZONING
137. First Name
138. Last Name
140. Address1
142. City
143. State
144. Zip
146. Phone Number
148. Provide the following information for all existing and proposed structures:
150. Existing Structure
151. Height in Feet
152. Number of Stories
154. SITE PLANS
156. Upload Files
157. Upload Files
158. Upload Files
160. Upload Files
161. Upload Files
162. Upload Files
164. Draw a plan of the property to scale, including all of the following: ( a larger plan can be substituted). Check each item once you have included it in your plan.

     { } The names and locations of all adjoining streets { } The location and dimensions of all lot lines, easements, underground utilities, etc. { } The location and dimensions of all existing and proposed buildings, driveways, and parking areas. { } The distances between all lot lines and every building or structure, and between buildings.

166. ****** YOU MUST ALSO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ATTACHMENTS WITH YOUR APPLICATION: ******
     --------Detailed drawings or plans for all proposed structures (including indicating, North, scale 1" = __ft) ------------------------ The legal description for property in question
168. BY MY SIGNATURE BELOW, I CERTFY THAT ALL OF THE ABOVE STATEMENTS AND THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN ANY DOCUMENT OR PLANS SUBMITTED HEREWITH, ARE TRUE AND ACCURATE. I HEREBY CONSENT TO THE ENTRY IN OR UPON THE PREMISES DESCRIBED HEREIN, BY ALL AUTHORIZED OFFICIALS OF THE VILLAGE OF SWANSEA FOR THE PURPOSE OF INVESTIGATING THIS APPLICATION, INSPECTED THE PROPOSED WORK, AND POSTING, MAINTAINING, AND REMOVING ANY NOTICES REQUIRED BY ORDINANCE.
170. Signature (please print)
171. Date
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173. 1. Receive an email copy of this form.
174. Email address

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