Anaheim requires EV charging stations to comply with AMC Chapter 15.05 and electrical safety standards. Permits required for Level 2 installations. The city offers rebates for private and public EV charging through Anaheim Public Utilities.
AMC Chapter 15.05 governs electric vehicle charging stations in Anaheim. All EV charging systems must comply with local, state, and federal safety standards including NEC, SAE, and NEMA standards per AMC 15.05.040. A permit is required for Level 2 EV charging equipment installation. New residential developments may be required to be EV Ready or EV Capable per California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen). Anaheim Public Utilities offers rebates for private residential EV charger installation and public-access charging stations. At least one parking space must be available per rebated public charging station. The city has an online permit process for residential EV charger installations. Commercial properties may be required to provide EV-capable parking spaces in new construction. Anaheim Public Utilities provides electricity at competitive rates as a municipal utility.
Unpermitted EV charger installation: building code violation. Non-compliant equipment: safety hazard correction order.
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