Utah Statewide Rule

Utah EV Charging Station Standards and HOA Rules

Few RestrictionsApplies statewide across Utah (2026)

Utah law restricts homeowners associations from prohibiting EV charging stations on owner-controlled property and sets state policy for public EV charging infrastructure investments through the Department of Transportation.

Key Facts

HOA EV statute: 57-8-16.7
Public charger standard: Utah Code 4-9
PSC rules: Utah Code 54-3-32
Corridor planning: UDOT 72-1-213
HOA ban: Prohibited

Source: Utah State Legislature

Full Breakdown

Utah Code 57-8-16.7 (condominiums) and 57-8a-209 (community associations) limit HOA authority to ban EV charging stations installed on a unit owner's limited common area or lot, requiring associations to allow reasonable installation subject to safety, insurance, and aesthetic conditions. Utah Code 54-3-32 directs the Public Service Commission and utilities on EV charging service standards, and Utah Code 72-1-213 authorizes UDOT EV charging corridor planning. Public charging stations are regulated as utility-related infrastructure with measurement standards under the Department of Agriculture and Food (Weights and Measures, Utah Code 4-9). Local governments may permit charger installation but cannot prohibit residential charging that complies with electrical code.

Violations & Penalties

HOAs that flatly ban EV chargers in violation of 57-8-16.7 or 57-8a-209 may face civil suit and attorney-fee awards; uncertified public chargers can be red-tagged by Weights and Measures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Utah HOA stop me from installing an EV charger?

No. Utah Code 57-8-16.7 and 57-8a-209 prevent HOAs from banning EV charging stations on owner-controlled property, though they may impose reasonable safety and aesthetic conditions.

Are public EV chargers in Utah inspected for accuracy?

Yes. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food's Weights and Measures Division inspects commercial EV chargers for accuracy under Utah Code Title 4 Chapter 9.

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Full Breakdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Utah HOA stop me from installing an EV charger?

No. Utah Code 57-8-16.7 and 57-8a-209 prevent HOAs from banning EV charging stations on owner-controlled property, though they may impose reasonable safety and aesthetic conditions.

Are public EV chargers in Utah inspected for accuracy?

Yes. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food's Weights and Measures Division inspects commercial EV chargers for accuracy under Utah Code Title 4 Chapter 9.