Crest Hill approves Hendrickson solar array, grants special use permit and driveway variation

May 21, 2025

The city granted Hendrickson USA a special‑use permit and a variation to allow a 45‑foot driveway for a 4.8‑acre solar array adjacent to its manufacturing facility; the Planning Commission earlier recommended approval with conditions.

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The Crest Hill City Council on Monday approved an ordinance granting Hendrickson USA a special‑use permit to build a solar array on about 4.8 acres adjacent to its Cayton Farm Road manufacturing facility and granted a variance to allow a 45‑foot driveway for an emergency access road.

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