Durham supports residential EV charging through its EV Charging Station Plan. Level 2 charger installation requires an electrical permit from Durham City-County Building and Safety.
Durham has adopted a city-county Electric Vehicle and Charging Station Plan that supports the expansion of EV infrastructure. Residential EV charger installation requires an electrical permit from Durham City-County Building and Safety, which ensures compliance with the North Carolina State Electrical Code. Level 1 chargers using standard 120-volt outlets typically do not require permits, but Level 2 chargers (240-volt) require a dedicated circuit and an electrical permit for installation. The Durham UDO does not impose special zoning restrictions on residential EV charger installation. Duke Energy offers a Charger Prep Credit of up to $1,133 per household for electrical upgrades needed to support Level 2 or higher EV charger installation. Duke Energy also offers a Charger Solution program allowing residential customers to lease a Level 2 charger for 36 months with no upfront cost. Durham County maintains public EV charging stations at county facilities. Multi-family developments may incorporate EV-ready parking as part of site plan requirements. Contact Durham City-County Building and Safety at (919) 560-4144 for permit requirements.
Installing a Level 2 EV charger without the required electrical permit may result in a stop-work order and code enforcement action. Unpermitted electrical work must be brought into compliance through inspection by Durham City-County Building and Safety.
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