Multifamily Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Program
Bring EV charging to your multifamily housing property with expert help and incentives!
Are you looking to install electric vehicle (EV) chargers at your multifamily property? Seattle City Light can help you plan EV charging solutions with expert advice from trusted advisors and new rebates to lower your cost of installation. Multifamily properties must have at least five units to participate in the Multifamily EV Charging Program.
City Light is here to help you take the first step. Whether it is an apartment, condominium, affordable or market-rate housing, our team of trusted advisors can give you free and unbiased recommendations so you can make informed choices about your property’s needs.
Benefits of Installing EV Chargers
Every day, more and more drivers are considering EVs and are looking for convenient charging options. Meet the demand of future residents and consider upgrading your multifamily property to make it ready for today’s EV drivers.
- Support residents who drive EVs or are considering driving EVs.
- Strengthen the accessibility of EV charging in the community.
- Attract new residents with a modern amenity.
- Safely upgrade your electric infrastructure.
- Support clean transportation.
- Improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Get a Comprehensive EV Charging Assessment
- Contact us to connect with an EV charging expert advisor.
- Review your property with an industry expert.
- Discuss personalized recommendations for EV charging solutions.
- Get help accessing City Light incentives to reduce the costs of installing EV infrastructure.
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Multifamily EV Charging Incentives
The Multifamily EV Charging program currently offers EV Charger-Only Incentives. Requirements are subject to change.
Our EV Charger-Only incentives offer flexible project caps depending on the property type and parking allocation. Only project costs related to the installation of applicable chargers are eligible for coverage. This includes labor, wiring, conduit, circuitry, permits, and materials.
Level 1 Charger
Level 1 chargers use a standard household electrical outlet.
Level 2 Charger
Level 2 chargers use a higher voltage and are professionally installed.
EV Charger-Only Incentives
Parking at Multifamily Housing Properties
- What is included: Level 1 chargers (120V and 240V outlets).
- Project cap: 100% of total project costs up to $15,000.
- Additional requirements: Level 1 outlet must be a product that can control usage and manage payment.
Shared Parking at Affordable Housing Properties
- What is included: Level 2 chargers, minimum of two charging ports installed.
- Project cap: 100% of total project costs up to $50,000.
- Additional requirements: Customer must install a minimum of two charging ports and self-certify that the project is for shared parking spaces only.
Shared Parking at Condominiums or Market-Rate Properties
- What is included: Level 2 chargers, minimum of two charging ports installed.
- Project cap: 50% of total project costs up to $25,000.
- Additional requirements: Customer must install a minimum of two charging ports and self-certify that the project is for shared parking spaces only.
Want to learn more about how you can move your property forward with EV charging? Contact us at (206) 801-2890 or MultifamilyEV@seattle.gov for details on incentives and a free site assessment.
Resources
Multifamily EV Charging Fact Sheet for Property Managers (English)
- Multifamily EV Charging Fact Sheet for Property Managers (Vietnamese)
- Multifamily EV Charging Fact Sheet for Property Managers (Somali)
- Multifamily EV Charging Fact Sheet for Property Managers (Amharic)
Multifamily Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Advisory Services Provided by ICF
Get Started Today!
Want to learn more about how you can move your property forward with EV charging? Contact us today for more details on incentives and to start your comprehensive EV Charging Assessment!
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