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Battery Storage Leases Near Plano, IL
Plano in Kendall County hosts a 345 kV substation with 344 MW of battery projects in the interconnection queue. Kendall County's rapid growth drives grid demand, making battery storage especially valuable.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
14
Up to 344 MW capacity
County
Kendall
Kendall County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Plano
The Plano area has 14 ComEd substations with up to 344 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 Plano-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Plano 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 Plano
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Plano. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Plano-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 Plano-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Plano?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Plano area, it may qualify. Kendall County has 14 substations with up to 344 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Plano?
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 Plano?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.