EV Charger Grant for Landlords

If you are a landlord installing EV chargers at residential rental properties, you may still be eligible for government funding.

The Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant has been extended until 31 March 2027, and from 1 April 2026 it offers up to £500 per socket towards the cost of installing eligible EV charge points.

However, this is also one of the most commonly misunderstood grant areas, because not all landlord-related EV grants are still open.

This page explains what residential landlords can still claim, who qualifies, what documents are needed, and what has changed.

What Is the EV Charger Grant for Landlords?

The Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant is a government-backed grant that helps residential landlords reduce the cost of installing EV chargers at rental properties.

It is designed for landlords who want to provide charging for tenants at:

  • Rental houses

  • Flats

  • Apartment buildings

  • Other eligible residential rental properties

This grant is specifically for residential landlords. It is not the same as the now-closed infrastructure grant or the commercial landlord grant.

How Much Is the Grant?

From 1 April 2026, the grant provides:

  • 75% off the cost to buy and install a chargepoint socket

  • Up to a maximum of £500 per socket

Each financial year, eligible landlords can claim up to:

  • 200 grants for residential properties

This means landlords can claim across multiple properties, provided each installation meets the grant rules.

The grant is normally applied as a discount against the installation cost, rather than being paid afterwards.

Which Landlord Grants Are Still Available?

The following grant is still available:

  • Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant
    Available until 31 March 2027

Now Closed to New Applications

The following landlord-related grants closed to new customer applications on 31 March 2026:

  • Residential Landlord Infrastructure Grant

  • Commercial Landlord Chargepoint Grant

So if you are a landlord looking to install chargers now, this page should focus on the chargepoint grant only, not the wider infrastructure grant.

Who Is Eligible for the EV Charger Grant?

You may qualify for the Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant if you:

 

  • Own or manage an eligible residential rental property

  • Intend to install an eligible EV charger for tenant use

  • Use an OZEV-authorised installer

  • Install an eligible chargepoint model

This applies to several types of residential landlords, including:

  • Private landlords

  • Freeholders of multi-unit residential properties

  • Resident Management Companies (RMCs)

  • Right to Manage (RTM) companies

 

Please be advised that you can find full lists of OZEV-approved vehicles, smart chargers, and EV chargepoint installers on the government’s website.

What Documents Do Landlords Need?

From 1 April 2026, the application process has become more evidence-based.

You will usually need:

  • A dated quote from your installer

  • Evidence that you qualify as the relevant type of landlord

  • Property information linked to the installation address

Depending on the type of landlord, this may include:

Private Landlords

  • Insurance documentation showing that the property is a rental property

Freeholders of Multi-Unit Properties

  • A Land Registry Title confirming freehold ownership

Resident Management Companies / RTM Companies

  • A document confirming that the person applying is authorised to act on behalf of the company

If these documents are missing or unclear, approval can be delayed.

Important: You Must Apply Before Installation

This is one of the biggest changes and one of the easiest ways to lose eligibility.

For this grant, the charger must not be installed before eligibility has been confirmed.

If installation takes place too early, the grant may be refused.

Government guidance indicates that applications under the new process may take up to 10 working days to assess if the correct evidence is supplied.

  • Get the quote first

  • Submit the application

  • Wait for approval

  • Only then proceed with installation

 

How the Application Process Works

Step 1: Confirm the Property Is Suitable

The property needs a practical route from the power supply to the charger location and a suitable place to mount the charger.

For many rental properties, the main questions are:

  • Where the charger will be located

  • Whether the parking is private or allocated

  • How the cable will be routed

  • Whether any shared areas are involved

Step 2: Get a Dated Quote

From 1 April 2026, a dated installation quote is required as part of the application process.

This should clearly reflect the property and proposed installation.

Step 3: Gather Supporting Documents

Depending on the landlord type, this may include:

  • Insurance documents

  • Land Registry documents

  • Company authorisation documents

Step 4: Apply Through the Government Platform

From April 2026, this grant is handled through the government’s Find a Grant service, rather than the older application route.

Landlords now apply through the updated process and must wait for confirmation before installation.

Step 5: Wait for Approval

Do not install the charger before your eligibility has been confirmed.

If the charger is installed too early, the grant can be refused.

Step 6: Installation and Grant Claim

Once approved, the charger can be installed.

After installation, the required evidence must be collected, including:

  • A close-up photo of the installed charger

  • A photo showing the model and serial number

  • A photo showing the charger and associated parking space

  • A wide-angle photo of the building or installation location

The installer then submits the claim correctly, and the grant is applied against the installation cost.

 

What Makes Landlord EV Charger Installations More Complex?

Landlord installations are often more complicated than standard single-house domestic installs.

That does not mean they cannot be done - but they often need more planning.

 

Parking arrangements

The parking space must be clearly linked to the property or tenant use.

Cable routing

The power supply is often some distance from the parking area, especially at blocks of flats or converted buildings.

This can mean:

  • Surface cable routes

  • External wall runs

  • Trunking

  • Trenching

  • Longer cable distances

Building ownership and permissions

The person applying for the grant must have the right authority to proceed.

Electrical supply limitations

Some properties may require a more careful assessment of the incoming supply, protective devices, and charger location.

 

Common Reasons Landlord Grant Applications Get Delayed or Rejected

Most problems are caused by the property setup or paperwork, not the charger itself.

Common issues include:

  • Applying under the wrong grant

  • Missing or incorrect landlord verification documents

  • No dated quote

  • Installation completed before approval

  • Unclear parking arrangements

  • Missing installer evidence photos

  • Property type not matching the grant criteria

Getting the admin and installation plan right from the start usually saves time.

Why This Grant Matters

For landlords, EV charging is becoming less of a “nice to have” and more of a practical requirement.

As EV adoption increases, tenants are increasingly looking for properties that support home charging - particularly where off-street parking is already available.

Installing a charger can help:

  • Make a property more attractive to EV-driving tenants

  • Futureproof rental stock

  • Reduce reliance on public charging

  • Improve convenience for occupiers

This grant helps lower the cost of doing that properly.

FAQ - EV Chargepoint Grant for Landlords

  • Yes. The Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant remains available until 31 March 2027.

  • From 1 April 2026, the grant covers 75% of the cost, up to £500 per socket.

  • No - the Residential Landlord Infrastructure Grant closed to new customer applications on 31 March 2026.

  • Yes. Eligible residential landlords can claim up to 200 residential chargepoint grants per financial year.

  • Yes. From 1 April 2026, a dated quote is required as part of the application.

  • Yes. If the charger is installed before approval, the grant may be refused.

  • This depends on the type of landlord, but may include:

    • Insurance documents

    • Land Registry title

    • Company authorisation documents

    • A dated installer quote

 
 

If you are a landlord trying to work out whether a charger installation is realistic at one of your properties, the first step is usually understanding the parking setup and cable route.

Once that is clear, it becomes much easier to see whether the grant is viable and what the installation would involve.

If you would like a clear quote and practical guidance based on the property, get in touch and we can point you in the right direction

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