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Battery Storage Leases Near Metamora, IL
Metamora in western Woodford County overlooks the Illinois River valley near transmission lines linking the Peoria grid. With 400 MW of battery projects in the queue and lower land costs than neighboring counties, area farmland offers strong lease economics.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
6
Up to 400 MW capacity
County
Woodford
Woodford County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Metamora
The Metamora area has 6 ComEd substations with up to 400 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 Metamora-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Metamora 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 Metamora
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Metamora. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Metamora-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 Metamora-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Metamora?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Metamora area, it may qualify. Woodford County has 6 substations with up to 400 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Metamora?
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 Metamora?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.