The Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act (765 ILCS 1085) is designed to facilitate the installation and use of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in residential and commercial properties.
It applies to new single-family homes and multi-unit residential buildings constructed or renovated after the Act’s effective date of January 1, 2024.
It includes certain requirements for installing electric vehicle capable parking spaces in new homes, small multifamily residences with parking, and larger multifamily buildings, conversions, affordable housing, and renovations constructed or renovated after January 1, 2024.
In existing multifamily buildings and communities, the Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act establishes electric vehicle charging station guidelines for owners and renters, including:
- Tenant has the right to install an electric vehicle charging system at the tenant’s own expense, with certain conditions and requirements:
- Comply with building codes and safety standards;
- Use a licensed & registered contractor of EVCSs;
- Within 14 days after Landlord’s approval of installation plan, submit a COI naming Landlord as additional insured;
- Register the system with the Landlord within 30 days after installation;
- Adhere to Landlord’s reasonable aesthetic requirements.
- Landlord may not charge a fee for placement or use of EVCS, except:
- For additional electricity used;
- For reasonable access;
- Security Deposit;
- For a reserved parking space, if required;
- Reimburse Landlord for any increased insurance premium;
- Reimbursement if the Landlord chooses to install the EVCS.
There are a variety of remedies available under the Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act for a landlord’s or tenant’s non-compliance.
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