EV charging for condos, HOAs and renters
Short answer: California (Civil Code §4745 and §1947.6) and Colorado (C.R.S. §38-33.3-106.8) have right-to-charge laws that limit how an HOA, and in California a landlord, can block a home EV charger; other states are data pending.
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Some states have "right to charge" laws that limit how far an HOA or landlord can block a home charger. State guides, each linked to the statute:
- California: Civil Code §4745 (HOAs) and §1947.6 (renters)
- Colorado: C.R.S. §38-33.3-106.8 (HOAs)
Data pending: we haven't summarized other states yet.
Multifamily rebates we have verified
| Utility | Program | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eversource (Massachusetts) | Shared charger at a 2–4 unit building | Up to $1,400 (standard rate), $2,000 (environmental-justice community), $2,700 (Discount Rate) | Eversource EV charging (accessed 2026-10-25) |
Eversource lists an application deadline of 2026-11-01 for the current program. Confirm on the utility's page. Data pending for other utilities.
Before you ask your HOA or landlord
- Get a written quote from a licensed electrician. Our calculator shows sourced national cost ranges.
- Check your city's permit fee.
Can my HOA stop me installing an EV charger?
In California and Colorado, state law bars HOAs from prohibiting chargers in your space, with reasonable conditions allowed. See the state guides. Other states: data pending.
Are there multifamily charger rebates?
We have verified one: Eversource (Massachusetts) up to $1,400 / $2,000 / $2,700 for a shared charger at a 2–4 unit building.
Is the 30C charger tax credit still available?
The federal EV charger credit (section 30C) is not allowed for any property placed in service after June 30, 2026.