EV charging infrastructure in Fairfield follows California's CalGreen Code (Title 24 Part 11) for new construction and the 2022 California Electrical Code for installations. The city operates public DC fast charging at Allan Witt Park and partnered with EVCS for 31 DC fast and 27 Level 2 chargers across eight locations. Residential Level 2 installation requires only an electrical permit.
Fairfield enforces CalGreen Code Sections 4.106.4 (residential) and 5.106.5.3 (nonresidential) for EV charging infrastructure in new construction. New single-family homes must include one Level 2-ready receptacle (40-amp dedicated branch circuit) in the garage. New multifamily buildings must provide EV-capable, EV-ready, and EV-installed spaces in percentages set by Title 24. Nonresidential parking lots over a certain size must include EV-capable spaces. For residents installing home Level 2 chargers, only an electrical permit from Fairfield Building & Safety is needed; SB 1222 and the California Solar and EV Charging Permitting Act require expedited online permitting (often same-day). HOAs cannot prohibit reasonable EV charging installations under Civil Code 4745. Public charging is available at city-operated sites (Allan Witt Sports Complex—four 50kW DC fast chargers) and EVCS partner stations across eight strategic locations including downtown, two park-and-rides, and three community parks. ADA accessibility per CBC Chapter 11B applies to all public charging stalls.
Installing a hardwired EV charger without an electrical permit can result in red-tagging, removal orders, and potential insurance issues. Misuse of EV-only charging stalls (ICE-ing) is enforceable under CVC 22511 with fines up to $250. Violations of CalGreen requirements in new construction can delay certificate of occupancy.
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