EV charging for landlords and condo boards
Short answer: Of the 26 jurisdictions we cover, 14 have (or reportedly have) a condo/HOA right-to-charge law and 5 have a renter law (CA, CO, DC, IL, OR). A Level 2 install runs $749–$2,500 nationally (Qmerit). We found no measured rent premium. In a 2022 survey, renters said they would be willing to pay $28.12/month more; that is stated willingness, not achieved rent.
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Right-to-charge by state
| State | Status | Condo/HOA | Renters | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | None found | — | — | Phoenix, Tucson |
| California | Verified (official page) | Yes | Yes | Los Angeles, San Jose, San Diego, San Francisco, Oakland, Fresno, Sacramento, Irvine, Long Beach, Anaheim |
| Colorado | Verified (official page) | Yes | Yes | Denver |
| District of Columbia | Verified (official page) | Yes | Yes | Washington |
| Florida | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville |
| Georgia | None found | — | — | Atlanta |
| Illinois | Verified (official page) | Yes | Yes | Chicago |
| Indiana | None found | — | — | Indianapolis |
| Maryland | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Baltimore |
| Massachusetts | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Boston |
| Michigan | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Detroit |
| Minnesota | None found | — | — | Minneapolis |
| Missouri | None found | — | — | Kansas City, St. Louis |
| Nevada | None found | — | — | Las Vegas |
| New Jersey | Reported, not verified | Yes | — | Newark |
| New York | Reported, not verified | Yes | — | New York City |
| North Carolina | None found | — | — | Charlotte, Raleigh |
| Ohio | None found | — | — | Columbus |
| Oklahoma | None found | — | — | Oklahoma City |
| Oregon | Verified (official page) | Yes | Yes | Portland |
| Pennsylvania | None found | — | — | Philadelphia, Pittsburgh |
| Tennessee | Data pending | — | — | Memphis, Nashville |
| Texas | None found | — | — | Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio |
| Utah | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Salt Lake City |
| Virginia | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Arlington, Richmond, Virginia Beach |
| Washington | Verified (official page) | Yes | — | Seattle |
"None found" means the state isn't on Plug In America's March 2026 list (secondary) and we found no statute; it isn't proof that no law exists. Accessed 2026-10-25. Not legal advice.
What renters say they'd pay (stated willingness, not rent data)
Stated willingness to pay, not a measured rent premium: the 2022 NMHC/Grace Hill Renter Preferences Report found 27% of renters were interested in EV charging stations and respondents said they would pay an additional $28.12 per month for the amenity.
This is a survey answer from the 2022 report (paywalled; figures quoted by trade press). It is national, not city-specific, and is not evidence that a given unit will rent for $28.12 more. We found no peer-reviewed study measuring achieved rent premiums for EV charging. Sources: Multi-Housing News – EV Charging Basics for Multifamily Owners (Sept 2, 2022), quoting the 2022 NMHC/Grace Hill Renter Preferences Report; Utility Dive – Demand soars for EV charging at multifamily properties (Dec 15, 2022) (accessed 2026-10-25).
See also: Does a charger raise home value? · Printable EV-ready home sheet · Condo and HOA guides
Last updated: Oct 25, 2026.
Which states give renters a right to charge?
In our 26-jurisdiction check: California (Civ. Code §1947.6), Colorado (C.R.S. §38-12-601), D.C. (Act 25-625, request right), Illinois (765 ILCS 1085/35) and Oregon (ORS 90.462).
Do EV chargers raise rent?
We found no study measuring achieved rent premiums. In the 2022 NMHC/Grace Hill survey, renters said they would pay $28.12/month more. That is stated willingness, not a measured rent increase.
How much does one Level 2 charger cost to install?
$749–$2,500 nationally, per Qmerit.
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