Detroit follows Michigan Energy Code and Michigan Building Code for EV charger installation. Residential Level 2 chargers require an electrical permit from BSEED.
Installation of a Level 2 (240V) EV charger at a Detroit single-family home requires a residential electrical permit through BSEED. Typical permit fee is $60 to $150 depending on circuit size. Michigan has adopted a Charging Ready Building policy encouraging pre-wired new construction. DTE Energy offers rebates up to $500 for qualifying Level 2 installations. Detroit operates public chargers through the Municipal Parking Department and partners with ChargePoint and Blink networks. NEC Article 625 governs charger installation.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Detroit code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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