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Multi-Unit Dwelling Toolkit
Multi-Unit Dwellings (MUDs) house more than 1/3 of New Jersey residents. Limited access to electric vehicle (EV) charging at MUDs is a major barrier to transportation electrification. These multi-family households often lack easy access to at-home charging, due to the lack of private garages, driveways, or proximity and availability of an electrical source. Access to reliable home charging is a major determining factor for someone considering an EV as their next vehicle since most charging occurs overnight at home, allowing drivers to take advantage of off-peak electrical rates. Lack of access to EV charging at home is an important equity issue, because non-residential EV charging options (e.g., workplace or public charging stations) are generally more expensive. Our goal is to ensure all residents have equitable access to clean transportation which includes charging stations at MUDs.
Due to the the many different types of MUDs, no one-size-fits-all solution exists for charging projects. This toolkit is a guide to encourage and support the installation of EV charging in multifamily communities and has been developed with New Jersey’s existing legal and development framework in mind.
MUD Toolkit
View all of the PDFs below
Checklist for EVSE at MUDs
A step-by-step guide for installing EV chargers at your multi-unit dwelling property.
Survey Template
Conducting a survey of your residents is great way to gauge the current and future needs of your community.
Requirements for New Multi-Unit Dwelling Construction
A Mandatory Electric Vehicle Ordinance requires new multi-unit dwellings to have EV charging
Benefits of Installing EV Charging Stations
There are numerous benefits to installing EV chargers within your MUD community. See how your property and residents can benefit.
FAQs and Additional Resources
Still have questions? Check out these additional resources to find commonly asked questions and project guidance.
EV Charging Station Consideration Matrix
The EV Charging Station Consideration Matrix is a tool for multi-unit dwelling property management, owners, and HOAs to use as guidance in the consideration and selection of appropriate EV charging stations for their property.
Tools of the Trade
The Vehicle Charging Innovations for Multi-Unit Dwellings (VCI-MUD) project has produced multiple resources to further help you plan for your EV installation project. Check out the MUD Building Self-Evaluation Survey and Technology Selection Tool for detailed guidance documents based on your property’s specific characteristics.
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