Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Regulation

Local authorities and owners of off-street parking facilities may designate parking stalls or spaces for the exclusive purpose of parking a vehicle that is connected for electric charging. An individual may not park a motor vehicle in one of these designated parking spaces and may not obstruct, block, or otherwise bar access to a designated charging space. Eligible EVs must be in the process of charging to park in the space. If proper signs are posted, a local authority or parking facility operator may have a vehicle that is not connected for charging removed from the space. A person found responsible for a violation is subject to a $100 fine; additional local parking penalties and time limits may also apply.

(Reference California Vehicle Code 22511, 22511.1, and 42001.6)