EV chargepoint grant for renters or flat owners

With the end of the £350 EV chargepoint grant for homeowners  – more commonly known as the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme – in March 2022, UK residents in 2024 are frequently asking – are there any government grants to help with the cost of home EV chargers?

Simply put, if you are a flat owner-occupier or live in rented accommodation, you’re in luck. The EV chargepoint grant for flat-owner occupiers and renters is available for you to take advantage of in 2024. Unfortunately, it’s bad news for single-unit homeowners who are no longer eligible for a domestic EV charger grant.

If you own or rent a flat, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the EV Chargepoint Grant for flat owner-occupiers and people living in rented properties, including eligibility and grant steps.

What is the electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters or flat owners?

Similarly to the previous OZEV Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS), the grant sums 75% off the cost of a home electric vehicle charger and its installation, capped at £350. However, one of the core differences between the previous Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme is that those eligible for the EV chargepoint grant are UK residents who rent a residential property or who own or live in flats and apartments – instead of single-unit homeowners.

Unfortunately, unoccupied or new build properties will not be eligible to claim the £350 grant.

Am I eligible for the EV Chargepoint Grant for flat owner-occupiers and people living in rented properties?

If you rent a property (can be a flat, apartment or house), you are eligible for the £350 EV charger grant if:

• You have dedicated off-street parking on the property
• You live in rental accommodation and have proof of such, i.e. rental agreement with the name and address of your landlord
• Have permission from your landlord for the installation
• You own, lease or have ordered a qualifying electric vehicle (read the full list of qualifying vehicles)
• The electric vehicle charger you have chosen is an OZEV-approved unit
• The electric vehicle charger installation must be completed by an authorised OZEV/EVHS installer, like ourselves.

Important – You will need third-party permissions for the installation, for example, approval from your landlord that the work can be completed. In addition to gaining permission from the relevant party member if cables are to cross public land or other people’s property in a legally binding agreement.

If you own a flat, you are eligible for the £350 grant if:

• You own a flat and live in this flat (proof of ownership will need to be provided)
• You have dedicated off-street parking on the property
• You own, lease or have ordered a qualifying electric vehicle
• The electric vehicle charger must be OZEV-approved
• An authorised OZEVS installer must complete the electric vehicle charger installation, such as We Power Your Car (We are fully approved electric vehicle charger installers).

Are you looking to get an EV charger installed with the EV Chargepoint grant? We Power Your Car can sort it for you.

As an OZEV-approved company, we will undertake the necessary checks and apply on your behalf and manage the entire process from start to post-installation. We will therefore ask you for certain information, i.e. deeds and tenancy agreements, to be able to assess eligibility. If you are looking to get an EV charger installed at your home, click below to get your free quote, or contact us for more information or any queries you may have.

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