UK Driveway Rule Change Could Help EV Drivers Save Over £1,000 a Year
A recent update to UK planning rules now allows homeowners in England to install electric vehicle (EV) chargers on their driveways without needing planning permission, potentially helping EV drivers save more than £1,000 annually on charging costs. According to ProCapitas, this change is part of broader efforts to make owning and charging an electric vehicle simpler and cheaper for British motorists.
Under the new regulations, homeowners can fit a single wall-mounted or pedestal EV charger without applying for planning consent, cutting red tape and reducing installation costs. The government hopes this will accelerate EV adoption by making home charging more accessible and affordable.
However, industry analysts note that the savings are most significant for households with driveways, as renters and urban residents without private parking may still face higher costs with public chargers.
This driveway rule change reflects a broader UK push to support electric motoring, backed by infrastructure growth and government incentives aimed at reducing emissions and boosting EV ownership across the country.
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