Bill > A04200

This bill directs the state energy conservation construction code to establish standards for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in new buildings with dedicated off-street parking. Specifically, the bill requires that when adopting a new building code after December 31, 2026, provisions must be included mandating EV-ready infrastructure and charging stations in new parking areas. For detached one- and two-family homes, the code may provide for EV-ready infrastructure, while for other occupancies, the code must require a minimum number of parking spaces with EV-ready infrastructure and charging stations. The code council must consider various factors when establishing these standards, including environmental conservation goals, different building types, equity of access across income levels and geographic locations, and specific needs of commercial and multi-family residential buildings. The bill defines EV-ready infrastructure as electrical components necessary to enable charging, and EV charging stations as equipment to deliver electricity to electric vehicles. The code will also require signage indicating EV charging availability and provide exemptions for certain affordable housing projects and situations of technical infeasibility. This legislation aims to support the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across New York State's new construction projects.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4200