Options

Option 1 – Introduce new Building Standards to ensure a minimum level of EV charging infrastructure

This legislation originates in the European Union (EU) Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EU directive 2018/844). The EU Directive states that cabling and trunking must be provided. However, in developing the proposed legislation for Scotland, the decision was made to exceed the EU Directive in requiring the installation of EV charge points. Options brought forward by the UK Government have also been reviewed and a decision was made to require a higher proportion of charge points for new non-domestic buildings than those options . Options have also been considered around the cost cap, before reaching a decision on the proposed levels.

Option 2 – Do nothing

Allow the space for the emerging EV industry and developers to develop a set of voluntary guidelines and regulation for the provision of EV charging infrastructure in new domestic and non-domestic buildings with parking. This would also allow Local Authorities the option to allow for developments with no EV charging infrastructure provision.

Sectors and Groups Affected

The proposed legislation will impact a number of stakeholders including Local Authorities, new home owners, EV users and organisations carrying out building and major renovation work (including third sector organisations).