Monee Solar Farm Projects Granted Extensions

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Will County Board Meeting | December 18, 2025

Article Summary: The Will County Board granted six-month extensions for two special use permits related to commercial solar energy facilities in Monee Township. The projects, located near Will Center Road, are moving through the permitting and development phases.

Solar Farm Extension Key Points:

Projects: Monee 77 LLC and Monee 32 LLC.
Location: Properties along South Will Center Road and West Pauling Road in Monee Township.
Action: First extension granted for 180 days, valid until July 17, 2026.
Development Status: Applicants are currently working through permitting processes.

The Will County Board on Thursday, December 18, 2025, voted to approve extensions for two commercial solar energy developments in Monee Township.

The board granted a first extension for a special use permit issued to Monee 77 LLC for a commercial solar energy facility located at 26723 South Will Center Road. The original permit, approved in January 2024, included four conditions.

Additionally, the board approved a first extension for Monee 32 LLC for a commercial solar energy facility located at the northwest corner of West Pauling Road and South Will Center Road.

Under the Will County Zoning Ordinance, special use permits can be extended on up to four separate occasions for up to 180 days each. These extensions allow the developers additional time to complete necessary permitting and pre-construction activities. Both extensions are valid until July 17, 2026.

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