Small EV charging hub on a lot you control

Local EV drivers without home charging, rideshare drivers, fleet vehicles and travelers stopping nearby pay per session or per kWh.

Charging fees minus electricity, lease or land costs, network fees and maintenance. Optional extras include small on-site vending, ads or fleet contracts.

• Project management and budgeting
• Comfort with contracts, permits and utility paperwork
• Basic technical troubleshooting
• Marketing to local drivers and fleets

• Zoning, site plan approval, permits and inspections vary by city and county, so check before buying or leasing
• Utility service upgrades can be costly and slow, and demand charges can make fast chargers expensive to run
• Check state rules on selling electricity, metering and pricing displays, and whether weights and measures requirements apply
• Look into current grants, tax credits and utility rebates, and read their conditions carefully because programs change
• Accessibility (ADA) requirements, lighting and safety for the site, so check local codes
• Insurance such as general liability and property coverage, plus a lender or lease that allows the use
• Utilization is uncertain, so test demand in your area before spending heavily

Estimates typically run around $30,000 to $150,000, depending on the number and type of chargers, utility service upgrades and site work. Upgrades can be costly and slow, so check with your utility early.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many drivers use the site, your pricing and your charger mix. Utilization is uncertain, so test local demand before spending heavily.

Check zoning, site plan approval, permits and inspections with your city or county before buying or leasing. Also check state rules on selling electricity and metering, ADA accessibility, local safety codes, and the insurance you will need.