Charging an EV without a driveway in Sacramento, CA
Short answer: No cord rule found. City ChargePoint stations; vendor street chargers.
Last updated:
| Sidewalk cord | No official cord rule found |
|---|---|
| Curbside program | City ChargePoint stations; vendor street chargers |
What the official sources say
- Street EV chargers in Sacramento are run by charging vendors as a paid service, not by the city. Posted meter fees and time limits still apply.
- City-owned ChargePoint stations cost $0.25 per kWh during SMUD off-peak hours and $0.35 per kWh during peak hours. There's a $5 per hour overstay fee.
- EV drivers with incomes at or below 300% of the federal poverty level can get monthly parking at 50% off in city garages that have chargers.
Home charging costs in Sacramento, CA: city page. Other cities: no-driveway hub.
Source: City of Sacramento – Electric Vehicle Parking (accessed 2026-10-25).