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Battery Storage Leases in Kendall County
Kendall County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Illinois, driving demand for grid capacity. With 14 substations and 344 MW of battery projects queued at Plano alone, it's a prime area for energy storage.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Substations
14
With available capacity
vs Farm Rent
286x
$280/acre avg farm rent
Earnings by project size
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what Kendall County landowners could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | vs Farm Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | 286x more |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | 286x more |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | 286x more |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | 286x more |
Grid infrastructure in Kendall County
Kendall County has 14 ComEd substations that may have available capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key substations include:
Not every property near a substation will qualify. Available capacity, queue depth, and feeder configuration determine viability. Our team evaluates each site individually at no cost.
Common questions from Kendall County landowners
How much can I earn from a battery storage lease in Kendall County?
Based on current industry rates, Kendall County landowners can earn $40,000 to $80,000 per year from a 5-10 MW battery storage project. This uses only 0.5 to 1 acre of land. Current average farm cash rent in Kendall County is $280/acre/year (USDA NASS 2024).
Does my land in Kendall County qualify?
Kendall County is in the ComEd service territory with 14 substations. Whether your specific property qualifies depends on proximity to a substation with available interconnection capacity. Submit a free assessment at illinoisbattery.com/apply to find out.
How much land do I need?
A typical battery storage project needs 0.2 to 2 acres — far less than solar. A 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Is there any cost to me?
No. The developer covers all costs — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. There is no cost to the landowner at any point.
Towns in Kendall County
Explore battery storage opportunities near specific towns in Kendall County:
Resources for Kendall County landowners
Own land in Kendall County?
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