San Francisco Environment Code Chapter 22 and Building Code require EV-ready infrastructure in new construction. CA Civil Code 4745 protects condo EV-charger rights, and SF Planning Code allows curbside charging with SFMTA permits. Blocking an EV stall while not charging is a citable violation.
San Francisco has aggressive EV policy. Building Code Chapter 12A requires 100% of new residential parking spaces to be EV-ready (conduit and panel capacity) and 10% to be EV-installed (charger present). Commercial and mixed-use projects require 20% EV-installed. Existing multifamily buildings cannot prohibit a unit owner from installing a Level 2 charger in their assigned stall under CA Civil Code 4745, though reasonable insurance and installation standards may be imposed. For curbside charging, SFMTA's Curbside EV Charging Program allows residents to apply for a dedicated on-street charger, subject to a permit and location review. Parking in an EV-marked stall without actively charging is prohibited under Transportation Code 7.2.91 with a $100+ citation. PG&E and SFPUC offer rebates for Level 2 installation. Condo boards cannot unreasonably delay or deny an EV installation, and delay beyond 60 days may be deemed approval under SB 880.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact San Francisco code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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