Haltom City, TX Parking Rules: EV Charging (2026)

Haltom City treats residential electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) as a standard electrical alteration under the adopted National Electrical Code (NEC) Article 625. A Level 1 charger (120 volt, 12 to 16 amp) plugged into an existing dedicated outlet does not require a permit. A Level 2 charger (240 volt, 30 to 80 amp) installed on a new dedicated circuit with a hardwired or plug connection requires an electrical permit and inspection through the Building Department. The installation must include GFCI protection, a properly sized breaker, conductors sized for the charger amperage (for example 6 AWG copper for a 40 amp charger), a disconnect within sight of the EVSE, and bonding to the equipment grounding conductor. Load calculations under NEC 220.83 must verify the existing service can accommodate the added load; older 100 amp panels often require a service upgrade to 200 amp before a 40 amp charger can be added. The charger must be listed (UL or ETL) for the installation type (indoor garage, outdoor, wet location). Permit fees are typically 50 to 150 dollars and inspection is usually completed within a week of request. For multi-family properties and commercial sites, EV stations require a building permit, electrical permit, and often a parking lot site plan amendment showing dedicated EV parking spaces with signage and striping. Public charging at city facilities is limited to a few stations at the civic campus; users should check availability through charging network apps. The Texas Public Utility Commission regulates electric metering and the utility (Oncor) manages service upgrades. Federal tax credits and utility rebates may offset installation costs.