Electric Vehicle Common Charger Grant

Objective:

• To kickstart installation of shared EV charging infrastructure in non-landed private residences (NLPRs).
• Improve charger provision and access in NLPRs, which form a significant portion of residences in Singapore.
• Enhance coverage of Singapore’s national EV charging network.

Target Beneficiaries:

• Owners of chargers in NLPRs, including EV Charging Operators (EVCOs) and management corporations of strata-titled developments.
• NLPRs defined as private residential developments excluding landed properties, shophouses, hotels, hostels, serviced apartments, and workers’ dormitories.
• Industrial and commercial developments are not eligible.

Key Features:

• Co-funds installation costs of up to 3,500 EV chargers in NLPRs.
• Chargers must be installed in common areas accessible and shared by residents.
• Funding covers up to 1% of residential car park lots per NLPR, rounded up.
• Only smart chargers type-approved by LTA are eligible, capped at 22kW.
• Smart chargers must support remote communication, energy monitoring, and use Open Charge Point Protocol (v1.6+).
• Co-funding covers 50% of costs for charging system, licensed electrical worker fees, and cabling/installation (capped at $1,000).
• Funding caps: $4,000 per charger for first 2,000 chargers; $3,000 per charger for next 1,500 chargers.
• GST on costs is not eligible for co-funding.

Application Process:

• Applications open from 29 July 2021 until 31 December 2026 or until 3,500 chargers are funded.
• Apply via Government’s Business Grants Portal with a Corppass account.
• Required documents include:
  • Form A
  • Letter of Confirmation between NLPR and EVCO
  • meeting minutes showing resolution to install chargers
  • Checklist A
• After Letter of Offer acceptance, submit Form B for claims.
• Grant disbursed on reimbursement basis; invoices and receipts must be dated after Letter of Offer issuance.
• EVCO-owned chargers may submit earlier receipts for hardware purchased before Letter of Offer.

This grant aims to catalyse widespread deployment of EV chargers in residential areas to support Singapore’s transition to electric mobility. For detailed guidelines and FAQs, applicants can refer to official LTA documents or contact LTA_Electromobility@lta.gov.sg.