Bill > A08543

This bill allows new buildings that include new parking spaces to optionally use a new method for meeting electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure requirements, which is a "charger-agnostic, power-based allocation method." This means instead of mandating a specific number or type of EV charging stations, developers can meet requirements based on the total electrical power capacity available for charging EVs, and this method is "charger-agnostic," meaning it doesn't require a specific brand or type of charger and allows for flexibility in using different charging levels (Level 1, Level 2, or DC fast chargers) depending on power and site conditions. The Department of State's Division of Building Standards and Codes will be responsible for creating rules and regulations for this alternative method, which will need to include guidelines for calculating power capacity, ensuring fair access to charging for different EVs, allowing property owners flexibility in choosing charger types based on power, and ensuring safety and accessibility.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8543