EV Charging: Lakewood vs Tacoma
How do ev charging rules compare between Lakewood, WA and Tacoma, WA?
Lakewood and Tacoma have similar restriction levels.
Lakewood, WA
Pierce County
Pierce County requires new development in unincorporated areas to provide electric vehicle charging infrastructure under PCC 18A.35.040, following Table 18A.35.040-3 for EV charging stations, EV-Ready, and EV-Capable spaces. Equipment must meet RCW Chapter 19.28 and NEC Article 625, with exceptions for small parking areas and sites without power.
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Pierce County
Pierce County requires new development in unincorporated areas to provide electric vehicle charging infrastructure under PCC 18A.35.040, following Table 18A.35.040-3 for EV charging stations, EV-Ready, and EV-Capable spaces. Equipment must meet RCW Chapter 19.28 and NEC Article 625, with exceptions for small parking areas and sites without power.
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| Fact | Lakewood | Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| EV Code | PCC 18A.35.040(9) | PCC 18A.35.040(9) |
| Circuit Requirement | 40-amp 208/240-volt | 40-amp 208/240-volt |
| Accessible EV Stations | 10% of accessible spaces | 10% of accessible spaces |
| Small-Lot Exception | Under 10 spaces | Under 10 spaces |
| Standards | RCW 19.28, NEC Article 625 | RCW 19.28, NEC Article 625 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Lakewood FAQ
Does new development in Pierce County need EV charging?
Yes. Under PCC 18A.35.040, new buildings and accessory structures in unincorporated Pierce County must provide EV charging stations, EV-Ready, and EV-Capable spaces per Table 18A.35.040-3, unless an exception such as the under-10-space rule applies.
What electrical capacity is required for EV spaces?
Each EV-Ready space and EV charging station needs a minimum 40-ampere dedicated 208/240-volt branch circuit, and EV-Capable spaces need a listed raceway sized for the same, per PCC 18A.35.040 and NEC Article 625.
Tacoma FAQ
Does new development in Pierce County need EV charging?
Yes. Under PCC 18A.35.040, new buildings and accessory structures in unincorporated Pierce County must provide EV charging stations, EV-Ready, and EV-Capable spaces per Table 18A.35.040-3, unless an exception such as the under-10-space rule applies.
What electrical capacity is required for EV spaces?
Each EV-Ready space and EV charging station needs a minimum 40-ampere dedicated 208/240-volt branch circuit, and EV-Capable spaces need a listed raceway sized for the same, per PCC 18A.35.040 and NEC Article 625.
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