The District of Columbia’s Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) launched a Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Assistance Program on October 15, 2026. Run with technical partner Catalyst Mobility, it offers free technical help and rebates for buying, installing and maintaining charging at or near multifamily buildings. Rebates cover up to 80% of project costs for publicly accessible chargers and up to 60% for resident-only chargers.
Key Takeaways
- D.C. launched a multifamily EV charging rebate program on October 15, 2026.
- Rebates reach 80% for public chargers and 60% for resident-only chargers.
- Level 1 and Level 2 projects must be finished by October 31, 2027.
- The budget is about $1 million from Volkswagen settlement funds.
Key Figures
- Applications opened: September 17, 2026.
- Project selection: expected by December 2026.
- Completion deadline: October 31, 2027.
- Eligible equipment: Level 1 and Level 2 charging, including planning, installation and maintenance.
- Rebate levels: up to 80% (public access) or 60% (residents only).
- Program budget: $1,000,500 from the District’s Volkswagen Settlement Fund.
Who Can Apply
- Multifamily owners, property managers, condominiums and cooperatives.
- Qualified EV installers with signed authorization from the property owner.
- Nearby site hosts within a quarter mile of a multifamily building, such as schools, libraries, faith groups and shops.
- EV charging companies authorized to install curbside charging.
DOEE says the District regularly ranks in the top five U.S. jurisdictions for EV market share, but apartment residents often depend on public chargers that are less convenient and less dependable.
What It Means
The higher rebate for public access is a clear signal: buildings that open chargers to neighbors get more help. With roughly $1 million in the pot, the program will fund a limited number of sites, so early, well-documented applications matter. Installers can apply on an owner’s behalf, which makes them the natural organizers of these projects. Level 2 wall units such as the EV-ACT5006T 48A charger (hard-wired or NEMA 14-50P, ETL listed) fit shared garages; confirm program equipment rules before ordering. See our commercial charging solutions for multi-port layouts.
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