Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Building Standards
New construction of, or substantial improvements to, single family homes with off-street parking must include at least one EV-ready parking space capable of providing Level 1 charging. An EV-installed parking space is defined as a parking space with an installed EV charger, and an EV-ready parking space is defined as a parking space with sufficient electrical panel capacity and pre-wiring to support future EV chargers.
Beginning January 1, 2027, new construction of, or substantial improvements to, commercial buildings or multi-family housing (MFH) with six or more parking spaces must install EV chargers and pre-wiring capable of supporting EV chargers at the following number of parking spaces:
| Building Type | Required Share of EV-Installed Parking Spaces | Required Share of EV-Ready Parking Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial | 15% | 25% |
| MFH | No requirement | 25% |
Additional requirements for MFH apply beginning in 2031 and 2034.
(Reference Council Bill 250106, 2024 and District of Columbia Code 6-1451.01-03a)
Jurisdiction: District of Columbia
Type: Laws and Regulations
Enacted: Nov 22, 2024
Technologies: EVs, PHEVs