New Fast Charging Stations Now Open Downtown  

Santa Monica partnered with EVgo to add 8 DC fast charging stations to Downtown Lot 29 (1654 5^th Street). Stations are powered by 100% renewable electricity and the fees are set by EVgo. Six of the chargers are high powered 350 kW chargers, capable of delivering 180 miles in 15 minutes and two are 100 kW, capable of delivering 90 miles in 15 minutes. EV drivers do not need to pay for parking while charging at Lot 29. The City is working with EVgo to add additional fast chargers in City lots. (Press release here.)

Interested in Switching to an Electric Vehicle? 

Visit www.electricforall.org to compare models and review local incentives. 

Electric Vehicle Incentives:
EV Charging Station Rebate - Now including small businesses!

The City of Santa Monica has expanded the EV Charging Rebate Program to include both multi-unit dwellings (MUDs) and small businesses. The program offers rebates of up to $1,000 to offset EV charging station and installation costs (or $1,500 for eligible low-income applicants). Funding is limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Please find program details here. MUD Rebate Application Small Business Rebate Application
SCE Clean Fuel Reward Program  SCE is offering $1,000 if you purchased or leased your EV on or after January 1, 2019. You can still receive a $450 rebate if your purchased or leased your vehicle before 2019. California Clean Fuel Reward The California Air Resources Board is offering $1,500 off the purchase or lease of a new Battery Electric Vehicle or Plug-In Hybrid.

Interested in Installing an EV Charger?

A permit is required for all EV charger installations. Click here for instructions on how to apply. EV Charger Infrastructure Funding Resources   Guide for Installing EV Charging (SCE)   EV Charging Guide for Property Owners, Managers, and HOAs

Public EV Charger User Fee and Overstay Charge

Effective July 1, 2020, an EV User Fee will be charged at all City-owned ChargePoint stations to help recover charging station operating costs. A rate of $0.30/kWh will be displayed on the station screen and will automatically be charged to the credit card associated with your ChargePoint account. In order to ensure turnover at stations, an Overstay Charge will also begin July 1, 2020. After a 10-minute grace period, a charge of $1.00/minute will start if vehicles exceed the posted time limit at ChargePoint stations. Older, non-networked charging stations will remain free to use at this time due to limitations in their technology. Don't have a ChargePoint Account? Drivers can sign up for an account at ChargePoint website or pay by phone by calling the ChargePoint number posted on the stations.  June 9, 2020 Council Meeting - EV User Fee Staff Report January 14, 2020 Council Meeting - Overstay Fee Staff Report