Englewood adopted the New Jersey model EV ordinance, requiring a portion of new development parking to include charging stations or make-ready spaces.
Englewood's land development code includes Section 250-85 covering electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE) and make-ready parking spaces. The ordinance follows the New Jersey statewide model required under P.L. 2021, c. 171. New multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use developments must install a defined percentage of EV charging stations and prepare additional make-ready spaces with conduit and panel capacity for future installation. The code defines charging levels, EVSE, and make-ready parking, and integrates EV requirements into off-street parking calculations.
Failure to install required EV charging stations or make-ready infrastructure can block certificate of occupancy issuance for new construction. The zoning officer and building department review compliance during plan review and inspection. Developers may need to retrofit projects, which is far more costly than installing the infrastructure during initial construction.
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