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Battery Storage Leases Near Chillicothe, IL
Chillicothe on the Illinois River in northern Peoria County sits downstream from the Powerton generating station. The dense substation network in this region — 39 across the county — creates abundant grid access for battery storage on nearby farmland.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
39
Up to 750 MW capacity
County
Peoria
Peoria County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Chillicothe
The Chillicothe area has 39 ComEd substations with up to 750 MW of capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key connection points include:
Properties within 2-5 miles of these substations are the most viable for battery storage leases. Our team evaluates proximity, feeder infrastructure, and available capacity for each property at no cost.
What Chillicothe-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Chillicothe could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | 25-Year Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | $500,000 |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | $1,250,000 |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | $2,500,000 |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | $5,000,000 |
How to get started near Chillicothe
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Chillicothe. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Chillicothe-area substations, available interconnection capacity, and grid infrastructure.
Review a lease offer
If your property qualifies, we present lease terms with annual payment amounts, duration, and escalation schedule.
Start earning
Once signed, the developer handles permitting and construction. You start receiving lease payments.
Questions from Chillicothe-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Chillicothe?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Chillicothe area, it may qualify. Peoria County has 39 substations with up to 750 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Chillicothe?
Battery storage needs only 0.2-2 acres — far less than solar. A typical 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Will this affect my farming?
No. The installation is a small fenced area — typically the size of a few shipping containers on a concrete pad. Farmers report no impact on planting, harvesting, drainage, or equipment access.
Is there any cost to me?
None. The developer covers everything — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. The assessment is also free with no obligation.
Own land near Chillicothe?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.