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Expedited Permit Process - Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The links below provide all necessary steps, forms, and checklist links to utilize the streamlined County of Monterey's Expedited Permitting Process for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS). Once all the documentation is correctly and fully completed and submitted, a permit will be processed and approved for issuance in a timely manner for qualifying systems.
Instructions:
Step 1: Download, review and complete the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS) Checklist below. Submit all information requested on the checklist.
Step 2: Complete and sign form.
Step 3: Complete and sign the Smoke Alarm and CO2 Affidavit of Compliance form.
Step 4: Submit all the required documentation (Step 1 through Step 3) to the Permit Center online HERE or in person at 1441 Schilling Place, 2nd floor, Salinas CA. The permit center staff will notify you when the documents have been reviewed and approved and the permit is ready to be issued.
Submittal Requirements Checklist for EVCS
This checklist is provided to guide applicants through the streamlined permitting process for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS).
a) The Building Division will conduct the plan review and inspection for EVCS installations.
b) Planning Division plan review approval is not required for EVCS installations unless the Building Official determines that the proposed EVCS will have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health or safety.
c) Fire Department plan review and inspection approval is not required for EVCS installations unless the system includes a stationary storage battery system as defined in the CA Fire Code.
a) Level One or Two Level EVCS equipment installed within an existing one- or two-family residential structure the permit can be obtained through our online portal: Forms & Applications | Monterey County, CA
✔ Required documents at time of permit submittal: Equipment specifications and floor plan (for equipment located inside garage).
b) All forms and checklists described herein are available on the County website located at: Forms & Applications | Monterey County, CA
c) One copy of this checklist must be completed and submitted to the Permit Center along with the Building Permit application.
d) Provide an electronic (PDF) plan set to include, but not limited to:
✔ Title Page
✔ Site Plan [Not required for Level One or Level Two EVCS equipment installed within an existing one- or two-family residential structure]
✔ An Electrical Floor Plan [Not required for exterior EVCS equipmentinstallations].
✔ A Single-Line Electrical Diagram [Not required for Level 1 charging station installations].
✔ EVCS Manufacturer Installation Details and Specifications.
✔ Electrical Service Load Calculations
Permit applications can be submitted in person at 1441 Schilling Place, 2nd floor, Salinas, CA or electronically through e-mail to HCDpermits@countyofmonterey.gov .
Permit applications eligible for the expedited permitting process will receive a high priority and be reviewed as early as practical with a processing goal of 3 to 5 business days following receipt of the submittal.
Requirements
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Check One |
Type of Charging Station(s) Proposed |
Power Levels (proposed circuit rating) |
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Level 1 |
110/120 volt alternating current (VAC) at 15 or 20 Amps |
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Level 2 - 3.3 kilowatt (kW) (low) |
208/240 VAC at 20 or 30 Amps |
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Level 2 - 6.6kW (medium) |
208/240 VAC at 40 Amps |
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Level 2 - 9.6kW (high) |
208/240 VAC at 50 Amps |
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Level 2 - 19.2kW (highest) |
208/240 VAC at 100 Amps |
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DC Fast Charging |
440 or 480 VAC |
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Other (Specify and provide details): |
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Permit Applications Requirements |
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ELECTRICAL LOAD CALCULATION WORKSHEET |
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2. An electrical load calculation is included with the permit application? (CEC1 220) |
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3. Based on the required load calculation2, is an electrical service panel upgrade required? If yes, do plans show and specify the electrical service panel upgrade? |
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4. The EVCS branch circuit conductor is appropriately sized for a continuous load of 125% of the EVCS equipment plus any other non-continuous loads per CEC 210.19? |
1 CEC means the 2022 California Electrical Code
2 Load Calculation: The size of the existing service MUST be equal to or larger than the minimum required size of main service breaker as determined by the load calculations required by CEC article 220. If the existing service panel is smaller than the minimum required size of existing electrical services, then a new upgraded electrical service panel must be installed in order to handle the added electrical load from the proposed EVCS.
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General |
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The drawings are:
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The plans include a Title Page with property information including, but not limited to:
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A Site Plan is included with the permit application and includes the following information? [Not required for Level One or Level Two EVCS equipment installed within an existing one- or two-family residential structure (i.e., garage or carport)]:
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3 N/A means Not Applicable to this project.
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An Electrical Floor Plan is included with the permit application and includes the following information. [Not required for exterior installations.]
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A Single-Line Electrical Diagram is included with the permit application and includes the following information? [Not required for Level 1 charging station installations.]
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One digital copy of the EVCS Manufacturer Installation Details and Specifications are included with the permit application? |
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One digital copy of the Electrical Service Load Calculations are provided for sizing of the electrical service panel pursuant to CA Electrical Code (CEC) Article 220? [NOTE: Make sure to include 125% of the EV charging station load in the calculation.] |
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If the EVCS equipment is listed for charging electric vehicles that require ventilation for indoor charging, is a Mechanical Plan showing and specifying all the ventilation requirements prescribed by CEC 625.52 included with the permit application? |
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The project site is located outside of a 100-year flood hazard zone? [NOTE: If the charging equipment is located within a 100-year flood hazard zone, the EVCS equipment shall be elevated above the base flood elevation. The base flood elevation must be determined, and an elevation certificate submitted by a registered land surveyor. (Monterey County Code of Ordinances 16.16) |
| 2022 California Electrical Code - Minimum Plan Requirements (Have the Sheet Number Ready) |
| The plans indicate that the installation shall meet all requirements of the 2022 California Electrical Code - Article 625 for Electric Vehicle Charging Systems. |
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The plans identify the amperage and location of the existing (or new) electrical service panel and the service panel is sized in accordance with the electrical service load calculations? (CEC 220) |
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The plans indicate the size of the service entrance conductors? |
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The plans indicate that the charging equipment shall have a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) approved listing mark? (UL 2202/UL 2200) |
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The single-line electrical diagram shows and specifies the required overcurrent protection for the proposed EVCS? |
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Conduit and conductor size and type are specified and the routes and requirements for their installation (i.e., within framing, mounted to structures, underground, etc.) are shown? |
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The plans specify that the electric vehicle charging system shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions and shall be suitable for the environment (indoor/outdoor) in which they will be installed? |
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The plans specify where the labeling of the EVCS equipment (i.e., “FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES”, “VENTILATION NOT REQUIRED”, “VENTILATION REQUIRED”, etc.) is required? (CEC 625.15) |
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An approval letter from PG&E shall be provided to the building department if a dedicated electrical meter is to be installed for the electric vehicle charging system. [NOTE: If a single mast will continue to be used to serve two meters, ensure that the service entrance conductors are sized for the sum of the two meters, in accordance with CEC Article 310.] |
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If the EV charging equipment is rated more than 60 amps or more than 150V to ground, the plans specify that the disconnecting means shall be lockable open and shall be provided in a readily accessible location? (CEC 625.43) |
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The plans specify that the EVCS equipment disconnecting means shall be identified with a durable label stating: “Emergency Power Off – Electric Vehicle Charging Station”? (CEC 110.21) |
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The plans specify that the main service conductors and the equipment for the protection of electrical service (i.e., disconnecting means, overcurrent protection, etc.) will be installed in accordance with CEC Article 230? |
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If trenching is required, a trenching detail is provided on the plans showing compliance with the minimum cover requirements pursuant to CEC 300.5? [NOTE: trenching for electrical feeders from structure to structure must comply with CEC 225.] |
| Physical protection such as a bollard is shown and detailed on the plans when vehicle impact protection for EVCS equipment is required? (CEC 110.27 (B)) [NOTE: Typically, not required for Level 1 EVCS. Physical protection from damage is often a 4” diameter steel pipe filled with concrete, a minimum of 40” above the finished floor/grade, installed in a footing measuring 12” in diameter and 3’ deep]. |
| The plans show and specify the mounting height for the charging coupling (the connector nozzle) and the operable controls?
[NOTE: The unobstructed electric vehicle charging coupling shall be located between 24” and 48” above the finished grade.(CEC625.50 and CBC 11B-309) |
| If the EVCS is installed within in a building containing an R (residential) occupancy, the plans show and specify the location for all required smoke and carbon monoxide alarms within the dwelling(s)? (CBC 907.2.11, CBC 915, CRC R314 and CRC R315) [NOTE: In lieu of showing and specifying the location for all required smoke and carbon monoxide alarms within the dwelling(s), a Smoke Alarm and CO2 Affidavit of Compliance form may be completed, signed and submitted with the application.] |
| 2022 CalGreen Requirements |
| The number of proposed electric vehicle charging spaces must conform to Monterey County Code Sections 18.11 and 18.18 Residential) and requirements of the 2022 California Green Building Code (CGBC). |
| 2022 California Building Code Accessibility Requirements |
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[NOTE: Accessibility requirements are required for public and common use areas, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and public housing as defined in the CA Building Code.] The plans shall show and specify all the applicable accessibility requirements prescribed in CBC Chapter 11B, including but not limited to the requirements of the following sections:
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Electrical plans shall be completed, stamped, and signed by a California Licensed Electrical Engineer or a C- 10 electrical contractor.
Typical Single Electric Vehicle Charging Station Configuration for an Existing Commercial Facility or Public Accommodation
See 2022 CA Building Code Sections 11B-202.4, 11B-812 and 11B-228.3 for additional requirements.
Key Legend
- 30" x 48" clear space for parallel approach (CBC 11B-302).
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) (see CBC 11B-228.3 & 11B-812 for requirements).
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station coupling (nozzle) and c o n d u c t o r .
- Curb
- No International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) sign or “Van Accessible” sign is required (see CBC 11B-812.8)
- 60" minimum width access aisle located on the passenger side of a van accessible space and at the same level as the adjacent vehicle space. (CBC 11B-812.7)
- Contrasting border and 36" maximum on center diagonal hatched lines designating the access aisle. Access aisles borderlines and hatched lines for EVCS spaces shall not be blue. (CBC 11B-812.7.2)
- Minimum 144" wide by 216" long van accessible lined EVCS space (ISA sign and “Van Accessible” sign NOT required).
(CBC 11B-812.6.1 and 11B-812.8)
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Parking space not regulated by CBC 11B-812.
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12" high “EV CHARGING ONLY” surface marking at the end of each EVCS space. (CBC 11B-812.9)
- 12" high “NO PARKING” surface marking within the access aisle. (CBC 11B-812.7.3)
Typical Electric Vehicle Charging Station Configuration for Public Use
Key Legend
- 30" x 48" clear space for parallel approach (CBC 11B-302).
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) (see CBC 11B-228.3 & 11B-812 for requirements).
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station coupling (nozzle) and conductor.
- Wheel stop.
- 70 sq. in reflectorized International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) sign required at van accessible charging station when 5 or more EVCS spaces are provided. “Van Accessible” sign shall also be provided. (see CBC 11B-812.8 for additional requirements)
- 60" minimum width access aisle located on the passenger side of a van accessible space and at the same level as the adjacent vehicle space. (CBC 11B-812.7)
- Contrasting border and 36" maximum on center diagonal hatched lines designating the access aisle. Access aisles borderlines and hatched lines for EVCS spaces shall not be blue. (CBC 11B-812.7.2)
- Minimum 144" wide by 216" long van accessible lined EVCS space (ISA sign and “Van Accessible” sign required). (CBC 11B-812.6.1 and 11B-812.8)
- Minimum 108" wide by 216" standard accessible lined EVCS space (ISA sign not required unless 26 or more EVCS are provided). (CBC 11B-812.6.2)
- EVCS space not regulated by CBC 11B-812.
- 12" high “EV CHARGING ONLY” surface marking at the end of each EVCS space. (CBC 11B-812.9)
- 12" high “NO PARKING” surface marking within the access aisle. (CBC 11B-812.7.3)
See 2022 CA Building Code Sections 11B-812 and 11B-228.3 for additional requirements.