E-bikes have become a widely used means of transportation in the United States, especially in metropolitan areas. There are a number of advantages to e-bikes, including their ease of use, affordability, and the reduced amount of carbon emissions as an alternative to gas-powered vehicles. E-bikes can make large portions of a metropolitan area accessible in […]
Condo Smarts: How Bill 22 affects EV charging infrastructure (BC)
Dear Tony: Our strata has received several requests from owners for the upgrade of our parking garage and their townhouse garages to electric vehicle charging. They have identified the recent legislative amendments having passed and now we are pressed into responding and granting permission for installations. Several of the sections refer to regulations, but we […]
Electric Vehicle Charging Act Approved by the Illinois Legislature: What Do ILLINOIS Community Associations Need to Know?
The Illinois legislature recently approved the Electric Vehicle Charging Act (“Act”), which imposes certain requirements for “newly constructed single-family homes and multi-unit residential buildings” with parking spaces, including condominium and community associations, to foster widespread adoption of electric vehicles (“EVs”). Read the article………………………..
Condo Smarts: Proposed legislation a road map for strata considering EV upgrades (BC)
Q: We have been advised that our strata corporation must now upgrade the parking garage to accommodate electric vehicles and charging stations and that we must use our contingency funds to pay for the upgrades. Our strata corporation has been planning for a roof replacement for five years, and we have sufficient funds in the […]
Illinois lawmakers pass bill to require new homes be equipped to handle EV charging stations
Newly constructed homes in Illinois would be required to include the infrastructure needed for electric vehicle charging stations under a bill now on Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk. Read the article………………………..
Homeowner slams HOA over their allegedly illegal parking policy: ‘Lawsuits will be filed’ (CO)
The HOA that governs the Decatur condominium in Colorado recently banned electric vehicles from its parking garage, reports the Summit Daily. According to the outlet, residents received an email that said electric vehicles could no longer park or charge in the facility due to concerns about “increased fire risks if an (electric vehicle) fire happens […]
Condo Smarts: Proposed legislation a road map for strata considering EV upgrades (BC)
Q: We have been advised that our strata corporation must now upgrade the parking garage to accommodate electric vehicles and charging stations and that we must use our contingency funds to pay for the upgrades. Our strata corporation has been planning for a roof replacement for five years, and we have sufficient funds in the contingency […]
Electric Vehicles Charge Ahead: How Condo Associations Can Keep Up (IL)
As the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, the need for electric vehicle charging stations becomes more pressing. While public charging stations are becoming more common, many EV owners rely on at-home charging stations for daily charging needs. For those living in condominiums, however, installing an at-home charging station can be a challenge. […]
Deadly E-Bike Fires Spark Federal Bill to Regulate Lithium-Ion Batteries (NY)
When the New York City Council passed a package of bills last month designed to halt the wave of deadly fires caused by faulty lithium-ion batteries — which power e-bikes and scooters and other mobile devices— co-op and condo boards had reason to rejoice. But council member Gale Brewer, a sponsor of one of the […]
Condo Smarts: Bill 22 a road map for stratas eyeing charging stations (BC)
Dear Tony: We have been advised that our strata corporation must now upgrade the parking garage to accommodate electric vehicles and charging stations, and that we must use our contingency funds to pay for the upgrades. Read the Q&A……………………………….
HOA prohibits charging of electric vehicles (NV)
Q: I own an electric vehicle. The rules of my homeowners association prohibit the charging of electric vehicles on the property. I am thus forced to use public commercial charging stations in order to keep my vehicle running. EVs were only the stuff of science fiction when I moved in here about 15 years ago. Read […]
E-bikes in Your Community Association: Ten Potential Rules and Regulations
An e-bike, or electric bicycle, is equipped with an electric motor to assist the rider in pedalling and propelling the bike forward. These bikes are typically powered by rechargeable batteries. E-bikes can be used for commuting, exercise, and leisure riding. They can also make biking easier and accessible, particularly for people who may find it […]
Changes to strata rules will encourage EV purchases, province says (BC)
The province has introduced changes meant to make it easier for people living in B.C.’s strata buildings to install electric vehicle chargers. In an announcement Thursday, the Minister of Housing said a lack of charging infrastructure is one thing holding people back from making the switch to an electric vehicle. Read the article………………………..
B.C. changes electric vehicle charging rules for stratas
More British Columbians who own electric vehicles (EV) will soon be able to charge their rides at home, with the province announcing new rules around strata approval. Read the article………………………..
Province makes it easier for stratas to greenlight EV charging stations (BC)
More people living in strata buildings will soon be able to charge their electric vehicles (EVs) at home as the Province has introduced legislation to make it easier for strata corporations and owners to install charging stations. Read the article………………………..
Malaysia: Report: Will EV charging in strata unit parking and basements be banned?
The Ministry of Local Government Development (KPKT)’s still being developed guidelines for electric vehicles (EV) charger parking in the country has come under scrutiny by a website owing to two issues. Read the article………………………..
Australia: EV charging – everything developers, strata managers and architects need to know
The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is well underway, and with it, the need to provide EV chargers in multi-residential buildings. EV charging presents multiple challenges in terms of infrastructure and cost. What do developers, strata managers and architects need to know? And what can be done to future-proof new and existing assets? Read the […]
B.C. strata owner loses fight for EV charger
B.C.’s Civil Resolution Tribunal found putting an electric vehicle charger in would be a significant change to common property, requiring approval of 75 per cent of owners. Read the article………………………..
Australia: EV charging – everything developers, strata managers and architects need to know
The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is well underway, and with it, the need to provide EV chargers in multi-residential buildings. What do developers, strata managers and architects need to know? And what can be done to future-proof new and existing assets? Read the article………………………..
Condo Smarts: Owners wonder why they installed EV charging stations (BC)
Dear Tony: Our strata corporations installed six charging stations in secured common property a year ago to accommodate and encourage electric vehicles. Three owners have since purchased four vehicles, but they are refusing the use the charging stations because they can trickle charge their cars from their current parking spaces and they avoid paying the cost […]
Bill would require newly built homes in North Carolina to be ‘electric-vehicle ready.’
Recently filed bills in the N.C. General Assembly aim to ensure electric-vehicle drivers have access to chargers when they’re ready to plug in — whether they’re at home or out and about. Read the article………………………..
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Common Interest Communities Where to Put Them – and Who Pays?
The trend is clear: electric vehicles are the future. General Motors, for instance, announced last year that they intend to convert their entire fleet to electric by 2040. New York City has pledged a carbon-neutral footprint by 2050. Since 2015, the release of new electric vehicle (EV) models have increased by 34% worldwide Read the […]
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS IN CONDOMINIUMS AND HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS
On June 9, 2022, RCW 64.34.395, and its counterparts, RCW 64.32.290, RCW 64.38.062, and RCW 64.90.513, were enacted to enable the installation of electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCS”) in condominiums and homeowners associations, while protecting the associations and their members from bearing the costs required for such installation, as well as the costs of continued […]
Everything You Need to Know About E/V Charging Stations (CO)
Information for Colorado condo’s and HOA’s regarding the installation of E/V charging stations. Read the article (PDF)………………………..
‘Start earlier’: One condo owner’s advice on getting an EV charger installed in your parking spot
Even with sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars on the rise in Canada (jumping to 8.7 per cent market share in the third quarter of 2022), there are still myriad hurdles for drivers going electric, especially when it comes to charging. (Hit “refresh” to get past subscription ad) Read the article………………………..
B.C. strata restrictions cause problems for EVs: Installer
A Vancouver-based company that installs electric car chargers says there is a barrier stopping some locals from transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). Read the article………………………..
Australia: Is the Retro Fitting of EV Chargers in Strata Unviable?
Under a plan by the City of Sydney all new apartment blocks will need to provide EV chargers and existing apartment blocks will need to retrofit EV chargers as the Council pushes to drive the uptake of EV’s and drive net zero emissions by 2035. Read the article………………………..
Condo Column: The hidden danger (NH)
A recent item came to my attention that I thought I might share with you. E-bikes and escooters are becoming more and more common. If you haven’t yet seen one in your condominium association you likely will soon. They can save a lot of environmental wear and tear, are faster than walking to work, and […]
Reston Association explores county pilot for more electric vehicle charger access (VA)
Reston Association is charging up to potentially take part in Fairfax County pilot to get more homeowners’ associations (HOAs) on board with improving access to electric vehicle chargers. Read the article………………………..
Australia: Are EV’s a Risk for Older Strata Buildings?
From October 2023, a new federal policy will come into place for electric vehicles (EV’s) relating to EV charging in apartment blocks. The new policy states that it is mandatory for all apartment buildings to be built allowing for EV charging infrastructure. But… what about existing older strata buildings and the growing demand for EV’s […]
A car without a charger: Apartment, condo dwellers considering electric vehicles could be set to struggle (ON)
Lawrence Williams’ first winter as the new owner of an electric vehicle went well. Unfortunately for the Beacon Hill resident, this winter isn’t looking as good. Read the article………………………..
Rash of E-Bike Fires Poses Tricky Test for Co-op and Condo Boards (NY)
Where there’s smoke… We may have just experienced the catalyst for yet another shift in New York City’s ever-evolving regulatory landscape. In early November, fire swept through a luxury high-rise apartment building on the East Side of Manhattan, injuring dozens and requiring a dramatic rope rescue of residents by firefighters. Read the article………………………..
Keystone’s Decatur homeowners association bans electric vehicles in garage
Homeowners at the Decatur property in Keystone’s Lakeside Village were alerted last week that electric vehicles are now prohibited from parking or charging in the garage due to an increased “risk of fire.” Read the article………………………..
Homeowners’ associations no longer allowed to prevent installation of electric charging stations on private property (NY)
Clean transportation has been something New York State has been working towards, and Governor Kathy Hochul recently took steps to get there. A new law passed that helps to remove barriers to the installation of vehicle charging stations. The overall goal is for the state to reach 850,000 zero-emission vehicles by 2025. After that goal […]
Permission to install EV station is likely needed (MI)
Q: I live in a condominium and want to install a charging station in my garage for my electric vehicle. Do I need permission from the Association? Read the Q&A……………………………….
Board Can Install Vehicle Chargers (FL)
Q: There have been recent discussions in my condominium about the board installing an electric vehicle charging station for everyone to use. It was my understanding that owners are entitled to install charging stations at their expense. Doesn’t a common charging station that we all have to pay for require a vote of the owners? […]
Experts talk navigating EV charging in condos, MURBs and stratas in Canada
One of the keys to encouraging the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in Canada is by ensuring people have access to charging where they live. But for the over 12 million Canadians living in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs), condos and stratas, the challenge of securing EV charging infrastructure in their buildings can be varied and […]
Co-op and Condo Boards Begin Tackling Fire Risk From E-Bikes (NY)
Steven Sladkus was eating lunch outdoors at a restaurant on East 52nd Street a few weekends ago when he noticed a commotion down the block. “I saw all these people congregating in front of a highrise building and so many fire trucks it looked like a 10-alarm fire,” Sladkus recalls. “Soon I heard there was […]
New York Won’t Allow HOA’s to Ban Electric Car Charging Stations
In a press release on Tuesday, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she had signed legislation that would prevent homeowners’ associations from prohibiting charging stations for electric vehicles. Read the article………………………..
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Condos and HOAs (CA)
Charging a plug-in hybrid or pure electric vehicle (EV) is best done at the location where the vehicle is regularly parked. For the owner of a residential unit in a multi-story condominium building, this would be at the unit’s designated parking space. However, often the designated parking space is some distance from the unit. In […]
Co-op and Condo Boards Urged to Act to Prevent E-Bike Fires (NY)
In the wake of the latest fire caused by the improper charging of lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes, the New York City Council is holding a hearing on Nov. 14 on five different bills that seek to address different aspects of this deadly problem. Read the article………………………..
Singapore: Bill proposes that all new buildings must install 1 EV charger for every 25 parking lots
All new buildings with car parks must install a minimum number of electric vehicle (EV) charging points, equivalent to around one for every 25 parking lots, under a proposal tabled in Parliament on Wednesday (Nov 9). Read the article………………………..
Charge Me Up and Plug Me In….Let’s Think About Solar Panel and Electric Vehicle Legislation in Pennsylvania
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You bought an EV and want to install a charger in your condo. Now what?
Joy had been living in her Los Angeles condo for eight years by the time she bought a Tesla Model 3 in 2018. Her parking spot wasn’t near any electricity meters, which meant that installing her own EV charger would have required electricians to trench the ground, and would have cost her about $12,000—before the […]
Electric Car Charging Stations: The Next Must-Have Amenity (FL)
Among the many efforts underway to stem the oncoming tide of climate-related catastrophe is the increasing use of electric vehicles (EVs). While gas-powered cars are still the overwhelming majority of vehicles on the roads, EV technology is fast improving, and consumers are taking them seriously as an alternative to older, more polluting options. As more […]
New Colorado grant program can help cover electric vehicle charger costs
In the world of grants, there’s usually a lot more interest than money available. That seems to be the case with a new grant program for electric vehicle chargers. The Colorado Energy Office recently announced $3 million in available funding for its “Charge Ahead” grant program. That program will cover up to 80% of the […]
Dealing With Electric Vehicle Charging in Your Association (VA)
As the popularity of electric vehicles increases the time is here for associations to focus on charging stations and individual charging at the owner’s residence. Virginia statutes require associations to permit electric vehicle charging unless their documents prohibit it. Of course, most documents don’t deal with the topic at all although newer documents certainly will. […]
An EV Charger Installation Odyssey
For the last year, I’ve contemplated installing an electric vehicle (EV) charger in my multi-dwelling condo in San Jose. Mind you; I don’t yet have an EV. But I have friends with EVs who frequently visit, so I figured it could be beneficial and convenient for others. Furthermore, I believe an EV charger couldn’t hurt […]
Installing EV Charging Infrastructure In Condos And Apartments Remains A Huge Challenge
The transition toward electric vehicles isn’t going to slow down any time soon and lawmakers and the private sector are both hard at work to create enough infrastructure to support all of these EVs. Read the article………………………..
County plans to get more HOAs on board with electric vehicle chargers, starting in Reston (VA)
Fairfax County is looking to charge up a new electric vehicle charging station program and pilot it in Reston. At last week’s Transportation Committee meeting, the Board of Supervisors discussed a new “Charge Up Fairfax” program, where the county would provide support to homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and multi-family communities to install electric vehicle (EV) charging […]