Free tool · Updated April 2026
Right to Charge Laws by State
Interactive guide for HOA boards, condo owners, property managers, and residents. Find your state, see the statute, and know what your association can and can’t do.
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California
Among the strongest right-to-charge laws in the country. Voids any governing document provision that prohibits or unreasonably restricts EV charging installation.
Primary statute
Civil Code § 4745 (HOAs/condos); § 1947.6 (rentals)
What the law establishes
- HOA governing document bans on EV charger installation are void and unenforceable
- HOA must approve or deny a compliant application within 60 days; silence counts as approval
- Owner pays installation, metering, electricity, and incremental insurance cost
- Reasonable restrictions (architectural, safety) are permitted
- Covers deeded, exclusive-use, and common-area parking depending on circumstances
Response deadline
HOA must respond within 60 days — non-response = deemed approved
Informational summary only. Statutes change and interpretation varies — consult a licensed attorney before relying on this for an HOA application or dispute.
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How to use this guide
Step 01
Find your state
Click your state in the grid above. You'll see the coverage level (strong, limited, or none) and the applicable statute, if any.
Step 02
Read the key provisions
Focus on what the law requires vs. what your HOA can still impose as reasonable conditions — that distinction is where most disputes live.
Step 03
Bring it to your board
Download the PDF guide for the state-by-state summary plus sample application language you can adapt for your community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a right-to-charge law?
A right-to-charge law restricts HOAs, condo boards, or landlords from unreasonably denying a resident’s request to install an EV charging station. Protections vary by state, but the common principle is that an owner willing to pay for a compliant installation cannot be blocked without a legitimate reason.
Which states have the strongest right-to-charge laws?
California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Virginia, and Washington have the strongest laws covering HOAs and condos. California is the only state that also explicitly covers rentals at the civil-code level.
What if my state has no right-to-charge law?
If there is no state-level statute, the outcome depends on your community’s governing documents (CC&Rs) and lease terms. Some municipalities have local ordinances that can still apply. It’s worth consulting an attorney who works with community associations in your area.
Can my HOA still say no?
Even in strong-law states, HOAs can impose reasonable conditions: licensed installation, code compliance, architectural review, insurance, and cost-bearing by the owner. What they cannot do is use those requirements as a back-door denial of a compliant application.
How long does my HOA have to respond?
California requires a response within 60 days, with silence counted as approval. Other states don’t specify a deadline in the statute. If you’re applying, it’s best to ask the board in writing and track the clock from that date.
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