Murrieta follows California Government Code 65850.7 streamlining residential EV charger permits. Installations must comply with CEC and CBC standards, and only EVs can park in designated EV charging spaces under Vehicle Code 22511.
Residential EV charger installation in Murrieta is governed by California Government Code Section 65850.7, which requires cities to adopt an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations. Murrieta's Building and Safety Division processes EV charger permits through an over-the-counter or online checklist review for Level 2 240-volt chargers in single-family homes. A licensed C-10 electrical contractor or the homeowner (for owner-occupied homes) may perform the work, and inspections verify compliance with the California Electrical Code and panel capacity. Load calculations are required to confirm the existing service can handle the added load, and panel upgrades may be needed in older homes.
For public charging, California Vehicle Code Section 22511 prohibits any non-EV vehicle from parking in a space marked for EV charging, with violations punishable by fines and towing. EV drivers also cannot occupy a charging space once charging is complete if signage prohibits it. New multifamily developments must provide EV-capable parking per California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen). Public charging is available at various Murrieta locations including the library, Promenade Mall area, and select shopping centers. HOAs must reasonably accommodate EV charger installations for owners under Civil Code Section 4745.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Murrieta code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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