Menlo Park Municipal Code § 4.106 California Green Building

4.106.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging for new construction.¶

Residential construction shall comply with Sections 4.106.4.1 or 4.106.4.2, and 4.106.4.3, to facilitate future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s). Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.

Exceptions:

1.	On a case-by-case basis where the local enforcing agency has determined EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible based on one or more of the following conditions:
	1.1 Where there is no local utility power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
	1.2. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 4.106.4 may adversely impact the construction cost of the project. EV infrastructure shall be provided up to the level that would not exceed this cost for utility service. For 100% Below Market Rate Affordable Housing developments, EVSE with a minimum of Level 2 ready shall be provided for a minimum of 10% of the total number of dwelling units.
2.	Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units without additional parking facilities.

(Ord. 1127, 11/4/2025)

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