Stockton offers streamlined EV charger permitting under SMC Ch. 15.76. Each EV charging space counts as two standard parking spaces, up to a 10 percent reduction in required parking.
Stockton Municipal Code Chapter 15.76 establishes an expedited permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations in compliance with CA Government Code 65850.7. EV charging stations are permitted in all required and non-required off-street parking spaces. A parking space served by EV supply equipment counts as two standard automobile parking spaces for meeting Chapter 16.64 off-street parking requirements, up to a maximum 10 percent reduction of total required parking. California Building Code (CalGreen) mandates EV-ready wiring in new construction — single-family homes require a dedicated 40-amp 208/240-volt branch circuit, and multifamily buildings must provide EV-capable spaces for a percentage of total parking. AB 2097 (2022) prohibits cities from imposing parking minimums on developments within half a mile of major transit stops, further supporting EV infrastructure flexibility. Contact Stockton Community Development at (209) 937-8561 for permit applications.
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