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Extracted Content
Location and Transportation Credit
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
LTc5 New Construction (1–2 points) Core and Shell (1–2 points)
INTENT
To encourage the use of EVs and infrastructure. To help reduce the negative health effects on communities by lowering greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants emitted from conventionally fueled cars and trucks.
REQUIREMENTS
| Achievement Pathways | Points |
|---|---|
New Construction and Core and Shell | 1–2 |
Option 1: Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment | 1–2 |
AND/OR | |
Option 2: Electric Vehicle Readiness | 1 |
Option 1. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (1–2 points)
Install electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) meeting the thresholds listed in Table 1. EVSE must meet the following criteria:
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Provide Level 2 or Level 3 charging capacity per the manufacturer’s requirements and the requirements of the National Electrical Code ( NFPA 70 ).
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Provide 208–240 volts or greater for each required space.
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Meet the connected functionality criteria for ENERGY STAR-certified EVSE and be capable of responding to time-of-use market signals (e.g., price).
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At least one EV charging station has an accessible parking space at least 9 feet (2.5 meters) wide with a 5-foot (1.5-meter) access aisle and have accessibility features for use by people with mobility, ambulatory, and visual limitations.
Table 1. Points for Installed EVSE (Percentage of Total Parking Spaces)
| Commercial Minimum EVSE Parking | Points |
|---|---|
| 5% or at least two spaces, whichever is greater | 1 |
| 10% or at least four spaces, whichever is greater | 2 |
| Residential Minimum EVSE Parking | Points |
| 10% or at least five spaces, whichever is greater | 1 |
| 15% or at least 10 spaces, whichever is greater | 2 |
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