Streamlined EVSE Permitting Process
Ensure permits for EVSE are accessible and quick to obtain through expedited, over the counter, or online review services to streamline the town’s review process in regards to installing electric charging stations.
EV Ready Building Codes
Building codes that account for EV charging stations at the time of construction can drastically lower costs for residents and business owners to install such stations. By requiring a set amount of charging stations per parking lot or requiring the proper electrical infrastructure in building codes, towns can eliminate a large barrier to installing charging stations later on, the upfront cost.
Montclair Township Alternative Fuel Vehicle Readiness Guide (pg 34-37)
Sustainable Jersey Guidance for Creating Plug-In Vehicle Friendly Ordinances
City EVSE Installation Guidelines and Best Practices
Cities can provide guidelines and best practices for the installation of EV charging stations. By maintaining physical brochures and pamphlets as well as online guides, citizens will be able to access resources for easy installation in both residential and commercial situations.
City Owned Public Charging Stations
By providing charging stations, cities can encourage further EV adoption in their communities and beyond. Cities can also apply for both state and federal grants to afford the charging station installation and keep costs low for users. Implementation of charging stations can be customized to the town or specific location, and can achieve greater charging turnover and efficiency through new technology.
City EV Charging Station Incentives
To increase the installation of both public and private charging stations, cities can offer tax credits or rebates for both the equipment and labor costs. Cities can also direct and encourage citizens to take advantage of existing grant programs like the “It Pay$ to Plug In” program that offers grants to residents, businesses and even government agencies if the city itself wanted to take advantage of it.
Workplace Charging Incentives
Higher EV adoption rates have been statistically linked to the availability of charging stations at workplaces. Therefore cities should direct local businesses to utilize charging station grant programs and incentives, and also consider recognizing businesses that build charging stations.
New Jersey’s It Pay$ to Plug In Grants
Multi-Family Dwelling EVSE Support and Incentives
Installation of charging stations in the multifamily housing sector has traditionally been low compared to other applications. However, by providing guides and resources, along with help in regards to administrative barriers, cities can combat the existing challenge. Further, cities have the ability to increase incentives for MFD’s and provide resources for building owners.
Multi-Family Dwellings are able to apply for It Pay$ to Plug in Grants
Right of way Access for Curbside Charging; Streetlight and Power Pole Charging Access
Cities can develop guides and permitting processes for curbside EVSE installation in areas where residents and businesses do not have off-street parking. New technology also allows for the installation of charging stations on streetlight poles to maximize space and existing infrastructure.
Kansas City Right of Way Streetlight Charging
Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting EV Charging Stations
Pair EV Charging Stations with Renewables
Cities should consider partnering with private companies or investing in renewable energy options like solar to offset emissions from the grid associated with EV charging. Renewable energy solutions could include on or offsite solar PV generation focused on offsetting emissions from EV charging off the grid.
City of Pittsburgh partners with EnvisionSolar (now BEAM) to provide 5 EV Arc Solar Chargers
New York City partners with EnvisionSolar (now BEAM) to provide 50 EV Arc Solar Chargers to charge the city’s electric fleet across their departments