The Galena Territory Association· Galena, Illinois
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Community Rules, Architectural & Enforcement Policies · Sec. Architectural Review Manual, Section 4.18 (Alternative Energy Systems) · Page 1
Clause prohibits or restricts solar energy systems in conflict with the Illinois Homeowners' Energy Policy Statement Act.
Operative Clause · Sec. Architectural Review Manual, Section 4.18 (Alternative Energy Systems) (Page 1)
“Ground-mounted solar arrays are strictly prohibited on all residential Lots, and any approved rooftop collector must be mounted flush with the roof slope on a rear-facing elevation only, regardless of orientation or shading.”
Why It’s Flagged
765 ILCS 165/15, 165/20, 165/30 (P.A. 102-162)
Under the Illinois Homeowners' Energy Policy Statement Act (765 ILCS 165/20), no deed restriction, covenant, or similar binding agreement running with the land may prohibit a solar energy system from being installed on a building erected on a lot or parcel covered by the deed restriction or covenant.
Under 765 ILCS 165/20(c)-(d), an association may not bar solar panels visible from the street or require orientation changes that reduce production by more than 10%, and under 765 ILCS 165/30, the association must process a solar application within 75 days of submission.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Pursuant to the Illinois Homeowners' Energy Policy Statement Act (765 ILCS 165/1 et seq.), the Association shall not prohibit the installation of a solar energy system on a qualifying roof or lot, shall not impose placement restrictions that reduce annual solar production by more than ten percent (10%), and shall process any complete solar installation application within seventy-75 days after submission.
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
6 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
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Severity
#2
Pet & Assistance Animal Restriction Statutory Exposure
Rules & Policies
STATUTORY GAP
#3
Clothesline / Solar Energy Installation Restriction Conflict
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