Colorado right-to-charge law
Common interest communities may not effectively prohibit EV charger installation by owners, and tenants may install Level 1 or Level 2 chargers at their own expense on or in the leased premises.
- Who it covers
- HOA and condo owners; renters
- Law
- C.R.S. §§ 38-33.3-106.8, 38-12-601
- Owner pays
- The owner or tenant installing the charger generally pays installation and electricity.
What the association can require
- For renters: reasonable fees for access and electricity
- For renters: reasonable safety and appearance standards, and the landlord may reserve parking spaces
Other points
- Associations are encouraged to install chargers as an amenity and may apply for state EV grant funding.
Next steps
Check your declaration and rules, then put your request in writing. Here is what to include, with a sample letter.
Next step
Live in Colorado? Find the guide for your home. Choose your living situation and read the charging guide written for it. Ready for an electrician? Request an installation quote.
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Can a Colorado association stop me from installing an EV charger?
Common interest communities may not effectively prohibit EV charger installation by owners, and tenants may install Level 1 or Level 2 chargers at their own expense on or in the leased premises.
Who pays for an EV charger under Colorado law?
The owner or tenant installing the charger generally pays installation and electricity.