Arlington, TX Parking Rules: EV Charging (2026)

Arlington is actively supporting electric vehicle adoption through the North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional EV Initiative. Residential installation of Level 1 (120V) or Level 2 (240V) charging equipment requires an electrical permit from Planning and Development Services if it involves new wiring, a dedicated circuit, or panel work. Permit fees typically run $75-$125 depending on scope and include one inspection. Panel upgrades required to support Level 2 charging are handled as standard electrical permits. Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2157, enacted in 2023, limits the ability of property owner associations to ban or unreasonably restrict EV charging stations installed by homeowners on their own property: HOAs can impose reasonable aesthetic standards but cannot prohibit installation outright or charge discriminatory fees. Renters in multifamily buildings have weaker rights; landlords may voluntarily permit charger installation but are not required to do so. On the public side, Arlington has installed Level 2 and DC fast chargers at City Hall, several library branches, Richard Greene Linear Park, and through partnerships at Globe Life Field and Texas Live. The Entertainment District is targeted for expanded charging as part of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. EV-dedicated parking spaces at public chargers are enforced by Code Compliance, and ICE-vehicle blocking of these spaces can be ticketed.