Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Homeowners’ and Unit Owners’ Associations

A unit owners’ association, including single-family homes, apartments, and condominiums as well as planned use developments, may not prohibit or restrict the installation or use of an EV charger in a personal, noncommercial parking space. Associations may put reasonable restrictions on EV chargers located on property owned by associations or in common spaces or connected to a common power supply. The EV charger owner is responsible for the cost of installation and maintenance. They must comply with reasonable architectural standards, engage an experienced electrical contractor, provide a certificate of insurance, and register the EV charger with the association. Residents are required to pay for the electricity usage, maintenance, and other costs associated with the EV charger until it is removed, and comply with relevant laws, and maintenance, health and safety standards. Additional requirements apply.

(Reference Senate Bill 5129, 2025 and Revised Code of Washington 64.32.290, 64.34.395, 64.38.062, and 64.90.513)