Richmond, CA Parking Rules: EV Charging (2026)
Key Facts
- Designated by
- Parking services manager
- Use
- Charging while parked only
- Non-charging vehicle
- May be removed
- Code section
- RMC 14.46.013
Summary
Richmond lets the city parking services manager designate on-street stalls exclusively for charging and parking electric vehicles, and vehicles not connected for charging may be removed from those posted spaces.
The City parking services manager may designate stalls or spaces on a public street within the City jurisdiction for the exclusive purpose of charging and parking a vehicle that is connected for electric charging purposes. When a City-owned or operated parking facility is posted in accordance with the California Vehicle Code section 22511 and 22651, the City may order the removal of a vehicle from a stall or space designated for electric vehicle charging... if the vehicle is not connected for electric charging purposes.
Full Breakdown
Richmond Municipal Code section 14.46.013 authorizes the city parking services manager to designate stalls or spaces on a public street for the exclusive purpose of charging and parking a vehicle connected for electric charging. When a city-owned or operated parking facility is posted under California Vehicle Code sections 22511 and 22651, the city may order removal of a vehicle from an EV charging space if it is not connected for charging. EV spaces are for parking only while charging.
Violations & Fines
Parking in a designated EV charging space without being connected for charging may result in removal of the vehicle under RMC 14.46.013 and the California Vehicle Code.
Frequently Asked Questions
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