The City of Joliet has developed an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Plan to support growing EV adoption. Level 3 fast chargers are planned within one mile of highway interchanges, and Level 2 chargers at key locations throughout the city. Joliet does not currently mandate EV charging stations for new residential or commercial construction through local ordinance. Illinois state law (765 ILCS 1085, the EV Charging Act) protects residents' rights to install EV chargers.
Joliet's approach to EV charging focuses on strategic public infrastructure deployment rather than mandating private installations. The city's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan identifies key locations for Level 3 DC fast chargers (near highway interchanges) and Level 2 chargers (at municipal and commercial locations). The Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act (765 ILCS 1085) protects homeowners' and tenants' rights to install EV charging equipment, prohibiting unreasonable restrictions by HOAs, landlords, or condominium associations. Joliet's zoning ordinance does not currently include specific EV-ready building requirements for new construction, though this may evolve as the state and federal governments continue to incentivize EV infrastructure. Building permits for EV charger installation follow standard electrical permit requirements. The city participates in regional EV readiness planning and has received infrastructure investment for charging station deployment.
HOAs or landlords who unreasonably restrict EV charger installation may be in violation of the Illinois EV Charging Act. Standard electrical permit requirements apply to charger installations.
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