Multifamily EV Connect

Prepare your property for the future of clean mobility

If you’re a multifamily property owner or manager, you could be eligible for up to $2,500—in addition to rebates offered by Southern California Edison (SCE)—when you install electric vehicle (EV) chargers through the SCE Charge Ready II Program in conjunction with an energy efficiency upgrade through the Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) Multifamily Program. Eligible properties must receive electric service from SCE and be located in a Disadvantaged Community (DAC) ZIP code.

As EVs gain popularity, residents will require access to charging infrastructure. While communities and businesses are making clean mobility options more readily available in public spaces, tenants should enjoy access to the convenience of charging at home. Multifamily EV Connect helps property owners and managers in the Southern California Edison service territory make these upgrades by providing no-cost technical support and cash rebates to help offset the cost of equipment and installation.

Enjoy the Benefits

When you install EV chargers, you can:

  • Attract new tenants and retain current tenants

  • Increase the value of your property

  • Give your tenants the convenience of charging onsite

  • Prepare now for future EV regulations

Plus, the rebates offered through Multifamily EV Connect are in addition to SCE’s Charge Ready II rebates—helping make installation more affordable for property owners and managers.

To Be Eligible:

  • Own or manage a multifamily property in a disadvantaged community (DAC) ZIP code

  • Complete energy efficiency upgrades through the SoCalREN Multifamily Program at your property

  • Have the parking space capacity to support at least four Level 1 or Level 2 charging ports selected from SCE’s approved product list

  • Provide proof of completion of CRII or complete a comprehensive on-site inspection

Participation Steps

  1. Receive no-cost technical support and guidance from the Multifamily EV Connect team of clean energy experts.

  2. Complete an eligible upgrade through the SoCalREN Multifamily Program and install a minimum of four EV charging station ports at your property.

  3. Submit proof of rebate payment from SCE for the Charge Ready II Program or complete an on-site inspection.

  4. Receive your Multifamily EV Connect rebate!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The program is funded by the California Energy Commission and administered by the County of Los Angeles. We’re a grant-funded program with no financial stake in your EV decisions.

  • This program works in conjunction with SCE Charge Ready and the SoCalREN Multifamily Program. Our team will provide support as you complete your qualifying energy efficiency upgrade and work with a licensed, qualified contractor to install your new EV Supply Equipment (EVSE), selected from SCE’s approved equipment list. Once you’ve completed your projects, the Multifamily EV Connect Program will pay an additional rebate of up to $2,500 per charger installed.

  • The program is available to multifamily properties that receive electric service from SCE and have the parking space capacity to install at least four charging ports. The program prioritizes impacts in underserved communities; eligible properties must also be in a disadvantaged community as defined by CalEnviroScreen 4.0. 

    After an eligible property completes an energy efficiency upgrade through SoCalREN and completes installation of eligible charging ports through SCE Charge Ready II, the property will become eligible for the additional rebate offered through Multifamily EV Connect. Our program staff will help participants navigate application submittal and approval.

  • Program funds are limited, so we encourage you to get started as soon as possible! The program will provide rebate funds to eligible multifamily properties on a first-come-first-served basis. The program is currently expected to run through the end of 2024, or while funds last.