EV charger grants for landlords — current 2026 position
The live landlord route is now the residential landlord EV chargepoint grant. Current GOV.UK guidance says landlords can get 75% off eligible purchase and installation costs, capped at £500 per socket, and can receive grants for up to 200 sockets per year.
Important 2026 update: GOV.UK says the residential landlord infrastructure grant closed to customer applications on 31 March 2026. Do not budget new projects around the older infrastructure-grant totals unless your application was already in the closed route.
What the grant covers
| Item | Grant Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential chargepoint socket | Up to £500 per socket | 75% of eligible purchase and installation costs, capped at £500 |
| Annual claim limit | Up to 200 sockets | Across eligible residential sites |
| Infrastructure grant route | Closed to new customer applications | GOV.UK lists 31 March 2026 as the closure date |
How many grants can you claim?
- Residential landlord chargepoints: up to 200 sockets per year
- Commercial landlord and infrastructure routes: check carefully, because some routes closed to customer applications on 31 March 2026
That still makes EV charging a material portfolio upgrade, but the budgeting is now simpler: model the current socket cap and check each site before installation.
Who can apply?
You can apply if you are:
- A residential landlord (including social housing providers)
- A residential landlord applying for eligible residential chargepoint sockets
- A freeholder of a block of flats
- A management company responsible for parking
Property requirements
- The property must be in the UK
- Must have dedicated parking spaces
- Chargepoints must be installed by an OZEV-approved installer
- Chargepoints must meet minimum technical specifications
Why install EV chargers now?
1. The 2035 petrol ban is coming
No new petrol or diesel cars will be sold in the UK after 2035. EV chargers are becoming as essential as central heating — properties without them will lose appeal.
2. Tenant demand is rising
EV ownership is growing 30-40% year-on-year. Tenants are actively seeking properties with chargers. A recent survey found that 68% of EV drivers would choose a rental property with a charger over one without, even at higher rent.
3. Property value increase
Properties with EV chargers sell for 2-5% more than comparable properties without, according to multiple estate agent reports. For a £300,000 property, that's £6,000-£15,000 in added value — far more than the installation cost.
4. The grant window is finite
OZEV home and workplace grants are currently listed as extended for a final year to 31 March 2027. That makes 2026 a practical window to survey sites and install where tenant demand is strongest.
Landlord tip: Prioritise sites with allocated parking, clear electricity supply, and tenants already asking about EV charging. Those projects are more likely to move quickly and avoid permission delays.
How to apply
- Choose an OZEV-approved installer — they handle the grant paperwork
- Survey your properties — the installer assesses electrical capacity and parking
- Submit the application before installation — do not install first and expect the grant to be backdated
- Wait for confirmation — installers and applicants receive instructions if successful
- Installation and claim — use an eligible chargepoint and keep the required photo evidence
Costs after the grant
| Scenario | Total Cost | Grant | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 charger | £1,000 | Up to £500 | About £500 |
| 4 chargers | £5,000 | Up to £2,000 | About £3,000 |
| 10 chargers | £15,000 | Up to £5,000 | About £10,000 |
| 40 chargers | £60,000 | Up to £20,000 | About £40,000 |
These are examples only. The actual grant is capped at 75% of eligible costs, so the installer quote and socket count matter.