You may be able to install a home charger even if you do not have off-street parking, if you:
- can safely charge when parked on the street, read the guidance on safe on-street parking;
- have planning permission.
You do not need planning permission to install an EV charger if all of the following criteria are met:
- Lawful, off-street parking within the boundary of your private property.
- Your house is not a Listed Building.
- The charger unit does not exceed 0.2 cubic meters in size.
If you do not have lawful off-street parking, planning permission is required to install an EV charger.
Read more about how to apply for planning permission for an EV charger.
Grants
You might be able to get a grant towards the cost of installing a charger at your home. Find out more about:
- EV charge point grants for households with on-street parking
- EV charge point grants for renters and flat owners
If you're a business, charity or public sector organisation you may be eligible for a grant. It would contribute to the up-front costs of a charge point. Find out more about the workplace charging scheme which is due to close March 2026.