Newark encourages EV infrastructure through its sustainability initiatives. NJ state law (N.J.S.A. 40:55D-66.22) prohibits municipalities from unreasonably restricting EV charging station installation. HOAs cannot ban home charger installation.
Newark supports electric vehicle adoption as part of its sustainability and clean-air goals. New Jersey law N.J.S.A. 40:55D-66.22 provides that municipalities may not unreasonably restrict the installation of EV charging stations in residential or commercial areas. Under NJ law (N.J.S.A. 46:8B-51), condominium and homeowner associations cannot prohibit or unreasonably restrict unit owners from installing EV chargers in their designated parking spaces. Level 2 charger installation at a private residence typically requires only a standard electrical permit from the Newark Division of Inspections. Newark has installed public EV charging stations at municipal lots and encourages private development to include EV-ready parking. The city adopted EV-ready parking requirements for certain new construction as part of its zoning updates.
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