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State Highway Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Regulations

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) may install and operate public EV charging stations at state-owned highway rest stops so long as NCDOT has developed a mechanism to charge EV charging station users a fee to recover the costs related to electricity consumed, processing fees, and operation and maintenance. NCDOT may consult with other state agencies and industry representatives to develop a cost recovery mechanism.

(Reference North Carolina General Statutes 136-18.02)

Jurisdiction: North Carolina

Type: Laws and Regulations

Enacted: Jul 16, 2012

Technologies: EVs, PHEVs

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