+1 City Building Code Changes for EV Charging

Where: Chicago

What are the new building codes for EV charging in Chicago?

• new residential construction of five units must reserve reserve no less than 20% of parking spaces for EVs
• commercial properties with at least 30 on-site parking spaces (previously 50) must reserve no less than 20%of parking spaces for EVs.
• No requirements for retrofitting existing buildings

Smart Cities World | Chicago strengthens EV charging measures for new buildings