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Option 2. Electric Vehicle Readiness (1 point)
Make the minimum number of total parking spaces used by the project EV ready as specified in Table 2. EV-ready parking spaces must provide a full-circuit installation, including 208–240 volts, have a 40-amp panel capacity, and a conduit (raceway) with wiring that terminates in a junction box or charging outlet.
Any space with an installed EVSE counted for credit under Option 1 may not be counted for credit as an EV-ready space under Option 2.
Table 2. Points for EV-ready parking (% of total parking spaces)
| Commercial | Residential | Points |
|---|---|---|
| At least 10% or at least 10 spaces, whichever is greater. | At least 20% or at least 20 spaces, whichever is greater. | 1 |
REQUIREMENTS EXPLAINED
This credit addresses the advancement of EVSE, or charging stations, which is a significant impediment to the broad scale adoption of EVs. Option 1 rewards projects that implement EVSE for a minimum number of spaces. Option 2 provides an achievement path for projects that install EV-ready spaces. Projects that do not own or lease parking are not eligible for this credit. Teams may combine Options 1 and 2 for up to two points. Projects must meet the requirement for each option and may not use weighted averages or double count spaces to prove compliance with each option.
Option 1. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
New construction projects offer significant opportunities to expand EV charging solutions for communities. By designing and installing electrical infrastructure during initial construction, projects can ensure adequate electrical capacity for the EVSEs, provide building occupants with EVSE on the first day of occupancy, and eliminate future capital costs from digging up parking lots and replacing electrical panels.
EVSE minimum requirements All EVSE must have a Level or Level 3 charging capacity, with dedicated services of 208–240 volts for each required space.
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