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The UK Government has announced new plans to make home charging easier and more accessible — especially for electric vehicle (EV) drivers without private driveways.
The Department for Transport (DfT) will consult on removing the current requirement for planning permission when installing cross-pavement charging gullies — safe channels that allow charging cables to pass neatly beneath footpaths. The reforms also propose that all new covered car parks must include EV charge points.
In addition, ministers will work closely with Ofgem to ensure fair electricity pricing for EV users and introduce new measures to protect tenants from being overcharged for home charging by landlords.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said:
“Wherever you park your car, we’re making it fairer, easier, and cheaper to make the switch to electric. These reforms will improve infrastructure for the EV revolution, increase charge points across the country, and open up affordable home charging to thousands more households.”
The announcement builds on previous commitments made in Parliament to support drivers without off-street parking. During recent discussions in the House of Lords, it was revealed that gaining approval for cross-pavement charging installations can take more than a year and cost up to £3,000.
To help address this, the Government introduced a £25 million fund in July to support councils in providing discreet cross-pavement charging solutions. This initiative aims to make home charging simpler and more affordable for residents in terraced housing and flats.
The move has been welcomed by the electric vehicle community.
Vicky Edmonds, CEO at EVA England, commented:
“Access to affordable home charging is a top priority for EV drivers and those considering making the switch. Cutting red tape so renters and those without driveways can charge at home is exactly the kind of common-sense reform drivers have been crying out for. It’s a big step towards fairer, cheaper, and more accessible charging for everyone.”
These proposals are part of the Government’s broader mission to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles and strengthen the UK’s public and home charging infrastructure. By simplifying regulations and supporting local authorities, the goal is clear — to make EV ownership practical and convenient for all drivers, not just those with private parking.
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