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Title: Santa Monica Expands EV Charging Infrastructure to Support Growing Demand for Electric Vehicles

Allen, TX, United States, 22nd Feb 2025 – Santa Monica is taking a significant step in advancing electric vehicle (EV) adoption by expanding its EV charging infrastructure. With new regulations set to take effect on July 25, 2024, the city is implementing the 2024 CALGreen Mid-Cycle update to ensure that all new residential and commercial developments are equipped with EV-ready parking spaces or installed chargers.This expansion aligns with Santa Monica’s EV Action Plan and the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by increasing EV accessibility and supporting sustainable transportation. The new EV Charger Reach Code follows CALGreen Tier 1 requirements, ensuring that a substantial percentage of parking spaces in new construction projects will accommodate current and future EV charging needs.Key Highlights of Santa Monica’s EV Charger Reach CodeResidential Requirements:Single-Family Homes: At least one EV-capable parking space must be provided.Multifamily Housing, Hotels, and Motels (Tier 1 - Option A):50% of parking spaces must be equipped with Low Power Level 2 Receptacles (EV Ready).15% of parking spaces must have installed EV chargers.50% of installed EV chargers must be equipped with J1772 connectors for universal compatibility.Non-Residential Requirements:Parking Spaces Pathway (Tier 1):11% of parking spaces must have Level 2 EV Chargers installed.18% of parking spaces must be Level 2 EV Capable.20% of parking spaces in office parking facilities must be Low Power Level 2 EV Ready.Power Allocation Pathway (Tier 1):6.6 kVA per required space must be allocated through a combination of Level 2 chargers, DC fast chargers (DCFC EVSEs), Low Power Level 2 chargers, and EV Capable spaces.Strategic EV Infrastructure PlanningSanta Monica’s E...

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