Charging an EV without a driveway in San Francisco, CA
Short answer: No cord rule found on the SFMTA program page. SFMTA curbside EV charging permit program (vendors).
Last updated:
| Sidewalk cord | No official cord rule found |
|---|---|
| Curbside program | SFMTA curbside EV charging permit program (vendors) |
What the official sources say
- SFMTA's permanent program lets qualified vendors install shared, first-come curbside chargers. Cars must be actively charging, and street sweeping and RPP rules still apply.
- Vendors need a Curbside Operator Permit and then a Curbside Site Permit for each location, which includes neighborhood outreach, utility verification and a public hearing.
- Stations can get power from Hetch Hetchy Power, CleanPowerSF or PG&E, either from a nearby building or through a new service connection.
- The goal is 100 curbside chargers by 2030. The city already has more than 1,300 public off-street chargers.
Home charging costs in San Francisco, CA: city page. Other cities: no-driveway hub.
Source: SFMTA – Curbside Electric Vehicle Charging Permit Program (accessed 2026-10-25).