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Battery Storage Leases Near Dixon, IL
Dixon and Lee County host the Nelson-Electric Junction — the single largest battery interconnection point in ComEd territory with 1,160 MW of queued projects. Agricultural land within miles of this substation is among the most valuable in the state for energy storage leases.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
10
Up to 1160 MW capacity
County
Lee
Lee County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Dixon
The Dixon area has 10 ComEd substations with up to 1160 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 Dixon-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Dixon 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 Dixon
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Dixon. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Dixon-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 Dixon-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Dixon?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Dixon area, it may qualify. Lee County has 10 substations with up to 1160 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Dixon?
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 Dixon?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.