Electric Vehicle chargepoint grant for renters or flat owners
Getting Help with EV Charger Installation Costs
If you’re looking to install an electric vehicle charging point at your home, you might be eligible for financial help through the EV Chargepoint grant. This grant can cover up to £350 or 75% of your installation costs, whichever amount is smaller.
Who Can Apply
To qualify for this grant, you need to meet several requirements. First, you must own, lease, or have ordered an electric vehicle that appears on OZEV’s approved list, and you must be either the registered keeper or the assigned driver, with proof of ownership or a lease agreement.
Your living situation also matters. The grant is specifically for people living in flats or fully rented single-family homes (though not if you’re renting a room from a landlord you live with). Your property must be located in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, and the charger installation shouldn’t be something that’s already required by planning or building regulations. If you’re renting, you’ll need permission from your landlord or freeholder.
You also need suitable parking arrangements. This means having private, off-street parking that you have legal rights to use, and the space must be safe and accessible for charging. An installer like Ocunio Energy needs to be able to inspect the area before installation.
How the Application Process Works
The process is straightforward but requires working with an OZEV-approved installer. You start by contacting an approved installer, such as Ocunio Energy, to obtain a quote for the work. If you’re happy with the quote and decide to proceed, you instruct them to begin your grant application.
Your installer will then collect your contact details and submit them to OZEV, after which you’ll receive an email with a link to an online form. This form is where you provide details about your property and vehicle to OZEV, and it also checks whether you meet all the eligibility requirements.
If OZEV determines you’re eligible, they’ll notify Ocunio Energy to begin the work. The installer must complete the installation within 90 days of approval, though they can request an extension if needed. If they don’t meet this deadline, they’ll need to submit a new application.
Grant Payment Process
Once the installation is complete, Ocunio Energy will take care of the grant claim process for you. We will send OZEV the details of your charging point, which will include installation photographs and an invoice. The grant amount will be subtracted from your bill before applying for the grant, so the invoice will reflect the total installation cost after the grant deduction. After OZEV approves the application, they will transfer the grant funds directly to your installer.
Electric Vehicle chargepoint and infrastructure grants for landlords
Property owners can access two OZEV grants for EV charger installations, both covering 75% of costs:
- EV Chargepoint Grant:
- Covers: Purchase and installation of EV charging sockets.
- Amount: Up to £350 per socket.
- Limits: Up to 200 grants annually for residential properties, 100 for commercial.
- Commercial Use: Exclusively for building staff/vehicles; no public access.
- EV Infrastructure Grant:
- Covers: Broader preparatory work for multiple charging points (e.g., wiring, posts for current/future installations).
- Amount: Up to £30,000 total (max £350/socket + £500/prepared space).
- Limits: Up to 30 grants per financial year.
- Excludes: Commercial landlords entirely.
- Requirements: For multi-home properties (flats/apartments), minimum 1 socket installed, infrastructure for at least 5 parking spaces.
Who Can Apply:
- Residential Landlords: Property owners/managers (e.g., landlords, freeholders, RMCs, social housing, public sector, charities) of residential properties.
- Commercial Landlords: (Chargepoint Grant only) Individuals or companies owning commercial property freeholds or common areas leased to businesses.
- General Eligibility: All applicants must be UK-based registered businesses (Companies House or VAT-registered) and use OZEV-approved installers and equipment.
Ineligible If: You live in the property, offer only holiday rentals, are not a registered business, or installation is mandatory.
Property & Parking Requirements:
- Properties must be in the UK (excluding Channel Islands/Isle of Man).
- Parking must be off-street, private, defined, tenant-accessible, and either owned or legally accessible by the applicant.
Application Process
- Prepare: Complete electrical upgrades, plan maintenance, determine electricity costs, ensure accessibility, update risk assessments.
- Account & Installer: Set up a landlord account on the OZEV portal using business details and select an OZEV-approved installer (e.g., Ocunio Energy).
- Submit: Apply separately for each address/installer (one application can cover multiple sockets at the same address).
- Claim & Payment: After installation, your installer submits the claim with details and photos. You’ll review this via email. Once approved, the grant is paid directly to your installer, who deducts it from your final bill.
Ocunio Energy’s Fleet & Staff Charging Solution
Transitioning your fleet to electric vehicles offers substantial benefits: reduced operating costs, improved sustainability, and enhanced organizational efficiency. Ocunio Energy streamlines this process by providing complete EV charging solutions and helping secure government funding to minimize your investment.
The grant covers up to £350 per socket or 75% of costs (whichever is lower), potentially saving you up to £15,000 on chargepoint installations. Ocunio Energy handles the grant application process and applies the discount directly to your invoice.
Eligibility Requirements for Staff and Fleet EV Grants
- Businesses with fewer than 249 employees
- Companies House or VAT registration with HMRC
- Off-street, private, clearly defined parking spaces
- Minimum 5 chargepoints planned (current or future installation)
Ocunio Energy manages the entire process, from initial consultation through grant application and installation, making your fleet electrification journey straightforward and cost-effective.
How the Application Process Works
Complete electrical upgrades, arrange chargepoint maintenance, plan electricity cost arrangements, ensure accessibility, and update property risk assessments. Select an OZEV-authorized installer and eligible chargepoint model.
Set up an account on the OZEV Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grants portal using your email, UK mobile number, and Companies House or VAT registration number (use controlling company number if you’re a linked enterprise).
Each application covers one address and one installer, including their OZEV number and parking space count. You can apply for multiple sockets at the same address, but you need separate applications for different addresses or installers.
Grant Payment Process
Ocunio Energy handles the grant claim after completing installation, providing OZEV with chargepoint details, photos, and invoices. OZEV emails you to review the claim in your online account – you have one week to make corrections if needed, otherwise it proceeds automatically.
Once approved, OZEV pays the grant directly to your installer, who deducts it from your final bill, showing total costs minus the grant amount.
Ocunio Energy’s School EV Charging Solution
The Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) provides substantial funding for state-funded schools, colleges, and universities to install EV charging infrastructure. This program supports sustainability objectives, cuts operational expenses, and promotes greener transport adoption among staff.
Educational institutions can install up to 40 charging sockets per site, creating comprehensive and affordable charging networks for their communities.
The grant covers 75% of purchase and installation costs, up to £2,500 per socket with a maximum of 40 sockets per site. This could reduce your workplace charging costs by up to £100,000. We handle the grant application process and apply the discount directly to your invoice.
Eligibility Requirements for State-Funded Educational Institutions
- Current or planned need for EV charging
- Designated off-street parking linked to your premises (for staff, visitors, customers, or guests)
- No previous grant applications for the same chargepoints under other schemes (EV infrastructure grant or similar programs)
- Authority to apply for the scheme on behalf of your organization
This comprehensive support makes it simple for educational institutions to establish modern, sustainable charging infrastructure while maximizing cost savings.
How the Application Process Works
Conduct a site survey with an authorized installer to confirm that your electrical capacity can support the planned number of charging sockets.
Complete the online form with your institution details (staff and pupil numbers), institution or SEED reference number, number of chargepoints desired, installation sites (if multiple locations), and whether you plan public access to the chargepoints.
Each school or institution within a trust can apply for up to 40 sockets maximum but requires separate applications for each location.
Finding Your Reference Number
For England and Wales institutions, locate your unique reference number (URN) in the
This streamlined process ensures educational institutions can efficiently access funding while meeting all technical and administrative requirements.
Ocunio Energy’s OZEV Workplace Charging Solution
Ocunio Energy provides convenient workplace EV charging installations directly at your business premises. Installing workplace charging gives you a competitive advantage as an employer, supports your green energy transition, and reduces your organization’s vehicle emissions. Additionally, these chargers can generate revenue through special pricing for visitors and customers.
The grant covers up to £350 per socket or 75% of costs (whichever is lower), with a maximum of 40 sockets per site. This could save you up to £14,000 on workplace charging infrastructure. We handle the grant application and apply the discount directly to your invoice.
Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) Eligibility
- Property ownership or landlord consent required
- Dedicated off-road parking spaces associated with your premises, with evidence of staff or fleet use
- Available to small businesses, charities, public authorities, and small accommodation providers (B&Bs)
- Voucher codes issued within 5 working days, valid for 180 days
- Site surveys and installations must be completed by OZEV-approved installers like Ocunio Energy
This comprehensive solution makes workplace charging accessible and cost-effective while supporting your sustainability goals and employee benefits.
How the Application Process Works
Complete the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) application form to apply for grant funding.
If approved, you’ll receive a voucher code via email within 5 working days. This voucher can be given to any authorized commercial chargepoint installer and includes your contact details, installation sites, expiry date, and the number of eligible sockets and sites.
Your voucher remains valid for 180 days. Both the chargepoint installation and grant claim must be completed within this timeframe. Your installer will handle the grant claim process and cannot charge you until they receive payment – the grant amount will be deducted from your final invoice.
Unsuccessful Applications If your application is rejected, you can appeal by emailing workplacechargingscheme@dvla.gov.uk. A manager will review your case, and their decision is final.
This streamlined process ensures quick turnaround times while protecting applicants through clear timelines and an appeals process for unsuccessful applications.
Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for Households with On-Street Parking
The EV Chargepoint Grant for On-Street Parking offers homeowners and renters living in residential properties up to £350 (75% off) for purchasing and installing an electric vehicle (EV) charge point.
This grant requires the installation of a permanent cross-pavement charging solution and is only available to those without off-street parking but with adequate on-street parking and the necessary local authority permissions. The chargepoint must not be pre-installed.
Application Process and Payment
- Secure necessary approvals (landlord, local highways and local planning authority consent for cross-pavement).
- Contact an OZEV-approved installer like Ocunio Energy for your ChargePoint installation quote.
- Start your application on ‘Find & Apply for a Grant,’ providing evidence like a highways consent and declare that you will obtain necessary planning permissions.
- Receive an email with grant terms and installation instructions if eligible.
- After completing the installation, Ocunio Energy submits a claim that includes photos and an invoice reflecting the grant amount deducted from your total.
- The Grant is paid directly to your installer Ocunio Energy, reducing your final bill.
