Your blog postEV Charging in Multi-Family Housing: A Guide for Property Managers

As more residents drive electric vehicles, multi-family buildings are under pressure to add charging infrastructure. For property managers, this presents both an opportunity and a challenge.

Why It Matters

Tenants are increasingly evaluating EV readiness when choosing where to live. Lack of charging options can drive residents toward other properties, especially in urban areas with limited street charging.

Installation Options

• Shared Stations: Centralized chargers in a parking garage or lot, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Assigned Chargers: Individual units in dedicated tenant parking spots.

• Charging-as-a-Service: Third-party providers install and manage chargers for a monthly fee.

Billing Considerations

Usage-based billing is ideal to ensure fairness. Networked chargers allow you to track energy use by apartment, integrate payment, and monitor availability.

Infrastructure Planning

Older buildings may require panel upgrades or conduit retrofitting. Future-proofing by installing “EV-ready” conduits and panels can reduce costs down the line.

Conclusion

Providing EV charging in multi-family housing enhances property value, supports tenant retention, and aligns with sustainability trends. With good planning, property managers can create flexible, scalable charging solutions.