Illinois property owners earn more with community solar rooftop leasing
Illinois’ community solar program opens major opportunities for commercial property owners. By leasing your rooftop space to solar developers, you can earn guaranteed rental income, boost property value, and support statewide clean energy goals without any upfront cost or tenant hassle.
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Why Illinois property owners are turning to community solar
Illinois has become a national leader in clean energy policy, backed by the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) of 2021 and expanded funding through the Illinois Shines Adjustable Block Program. Projects up to 5 MW are eligible, providing long-term revenue opportunities for building owners.
Why Illinois property owners partner with Lumen Energy
Unlike solar developers, Lumen works exclusively for property owners, sitting on your side of the table and ensuring your returns—not the developer’s—come first. Our team brings deep Illinois market expertise, with a clear understanding of state regulations, utility programs, and community solar compliance.
We provide portfolio-scale analysis, helping you evaluate dozens of properties at once and uncover the best solar opportunities. Through our network of vetted developers, you gain access to competitive bids that maximize rooftop value. We also offer legal and regulatory support, making it simple to navigate IL solar policies with confidence.
With a local focus across We serve major Illinois markets including Chicago, Rockford, Champaign‑Urbana, and beyond, Lumen Energy ensures you capture every incentive and opportunity available in Illinois’ solar market.
Illinois solar incentives for commercial property
Below are some of the incentives developers use as part of financing the project.
How it works
Start with a free property assessment using satellite imagery to analyze the the solar potential of your roofs. Get a custom financial analysis with projections for revenue growth, property value increases, and tenant savings. We put your building to bid so you receive competitive offers from pre-vetted rooftop solar developers in IL. Our experts offer lease negotiation advising to secure optimal terms under IL community solar rules. Enjoy worry-free installation and ongoing management—developers handle the work while you collect steady revenue.
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Now is the time to capitalize on Illinois’ solar commitment
With Illinois’ CEJA-driven clean energy policy and strong subscription demand, your rooftop can become a significant NOI driver. Join other Illinois property owners already earning six-figure annual lease income. To get in touch with our IL team, email Illinois@getlumen.com
