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? City Light is here to help you take the first step. Whether it is apartment, condominium, affordable or market-rate housing, our team of trusted advisors 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.
Benefits of Program Participation
More and more drivers have, or are considering purchasing, an EV and are looking for convenient charging options. Meet the demand of current, and future, residents and upgrade your multifamily property to make it ready for EV drivers.
Benefits of program participation include:
- 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 in your community.
Get a Complimentary 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 Rebates
Our EV charger rebates 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. Requirements are subject to change.
Outlet Charger
Outlet chargers use a standard household electrical outlet.
Level 2 Charger
Level 2 chargers use a high voltage and require professional installation.
EV Charger Rebates
Parking at Multifamily Housing Properties
- What is included: Outlets (NEMA 5-16 or 14-50), also known as Level 1 (L1) chargers
- Project cap: 100% of total project costs up to $15,000.
- Additional requirements: Outlet chargers must be a product that can control usage and manage payment.
Shared Parking at Affordable Housing Properties
- What is included: Level 2 charger
- 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 charger
- 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 (Se habla español) or MultifamilyEV@seattle.gov for details on rebates 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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