According to the city, the new policy, effective April 2, 2018, encourages more availability and efficient use of charging stations. Currently, 59 Level 2 connections are available in 14 City parking facilities and at Roxbury Park.
The EV Charging Policy also includes implementing energy and station fees in addition to regular facility parking fees.
The new rate structure establishes an Energy Fee of $0.25/kWh applicable only when the vehicle is actively charging— presumably to recover the cost of providing electricity. There will also be a Station Fee of $6/hour—applicable after the first two hours of establishing a connection, regardless of whether the vehicle is charging—to encourage turnover to make the station available for other users.
The city has said vehicles, including plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and any vehicle without an active charging session or not connected to a station may be subject to citation and/or towing at the owner’s expense.
Drivers are encouraged to consult EV charging station signage for details about fees, rates and restrictions.
