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Turlock, CA Parking Rules: EV Charging (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Governing chapter
Chapter 8-12, added 2017
State law basis
Gov. Code § 65850.7
HOA approval
Cannot be required for permit
Submittal method
Electronic applications and signatures accepted

Summary

Turlock runs a streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations under Chapter 8-12, and the Building Official cannot condition approval on sign-off from an HOA or condo association.

Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the Building Official shall implement an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations, and adopt a checklist of all requirements with which electric vehicle charging stations shall comply with in order to be eligible for expedited review... the Building Official shall not condition the approval for any electric vehicle charging station permit on the approval of such a system by an association, as that term is defined by Civil Code Section 4080.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4937289; v6 updated 2026-06-25).

Full Breakdown

Under Chapter 8-12, adopted to comply with Government Code § 65850.7, the Building Official must run an expedited, streamlined permitting process for EV charging stations and publish a compliance checklist on the City's website; a complete application is processed promptly, and electronic submittal and electronic signatures are accepted in lieu of a wet signature. In technical review, the Building Official cannot condition permit approval on approval by a homeowners' or condo association, though a discretionary use permit can still be required if the installation would create a specific, quantifiable adverse impact to public health or safety.

Violations & Fines

The Building Official may deny expedited treatment and require a discretionary use permit if there is substantial evidence the installation poses a specific, quantifiable adverse impact to public health or safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my Turlock HOA block my EV charger permit?
No. Under TMC § 8-12-04(b)(2), the Building Official cannot condition a charging station permit on approval by an association as defined in Civil Code § 4080.
Does Turlock require a special use permit for EV chargers?
Only if the Building Official finds substantial evidence of a specific adverse health or safety impact; otherwise the expedited process applies.

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