Rebate Overview
Overview
The EV Level 2 Residential Charger Rebate is a program offered by Riverside Public Utilities to encourage homeowners to install Level 2 electric vehicle chargers. This rebate provides up to $500 to help cover the cost of purchasing and installing a new Level 2 charger at your residence. To be eligible, the charger must be wall-mounted and installed at your residence within Riverside Public Utilities' service area.
Benefits
Installing a Level 2 charger at home allows you to charge your electric vehicle faster, making it more convenient to keep your car ready for daily use. This upgrade can also increase your home's value and appeal to future buyers interested in sustainable living. By adopting this technology, you contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting a cleaner environment for everyone.
More Information
- The charger must be a new, wall-mounted Level 2 (240-Volt AC) unit equipped with the SAE J1772 standard or Tesla connector plug.
- An electrical permit from the City of Riverside’s Building and Safety Division is required for the installation of a hard-wired EV charger or new/modified 240V power socket.
- Applicants that utilize an existing 240V power socket are responsible for ensuring the existing socket is compatible with the charger plug type and loading requirements.
- A maximum of one rebate per household is allowed every three years.
- Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funding has been exhausted or the program is discontinued.
- Upon approval, rebates less than $500 will be applied as a bill credit to the RPU customer account. A rebate check will arrive by mail in 6-8 weeks for rebates of $500 or more.
Details
- Incentive type: Rebate
- Amount: $ 500
- Category: Vehicle Charger.level 2
- Provider: Riverside Public Utilities
- Link: More details
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