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UK Paves Way for Home EV Charging
22 Apr
Summary
- EV owners without off-street parking can charge at home.
- New legislation allows charging cables through pavement gullies.
- Government aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
UK households without off-street parking are set to benefit from new government plans enabling home charging for electric vehicles (EVs). Legislation planned for this summer will permit charging cables to pass through purpose-built pavement gullies without requiring planning permission.
This development aims to make EV ownership more accessible and encourage a shift away from fossil fuels. Charging at home is typically more affordable than using public points, especially with a lower VAT rate. Trade bodies advocate for equalizing VAT on public chargers to match the 5% rate applied to home energy.
These measures are part of broader government efforts to protect households from rising energy costs and enhance national energy security. The government is also facilitating the installation of solar panels and heat pumps, particularly for flats and low-income households.
