IL SB2395

Municipalities with populations over 5,000 and all counties must adopt a residential automated solar permitting platform by July 1, 2026, capable of processing at least 75% of residential solar applications on existing construction

The platform must automate plan review, accept online payments, and instantly issue permits for residential photovoltaic systems up to 200-amp main service disconnect capacity, including energy storage systems, without requiring manual review during permitting or inspection

Local governments must publish compliance reports within 60 days of adoption and annual usage reports by April 1 each year starting in 2027 (requirement expires April 2, 2036), detailing permits issued through the platform versus other means

Remote inspections via recorded video or photo must be offered at no greater cost or delay than in-person inspections, with no more than one inspection required unless the first inspection failed

Violations allow civil action with damages up to 50% of the total residential photovoltaic system installation cost, plus attorney's fees and costs, with a 3-year statute of limitations from permit request date