Policy

Figuring Out EV Charging for Condos: California HOA & Property Manager Guide

Doris Goldstein / November 16, 2023

California Law 4745 requires HOAs to allow owners to install EV chargers, even in aging buildings with limited electrical capacity. After a fire in the electrical room, a board explored its options, including third-party stations, Level 1 “trickle charging” and Level 2 chargers with devices to prevent overloading capacity.

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The Secret Rate that May Lower Your Common Area Electric Bill

Doris Goldstein / October 6, 2023

Condominium HOAs in Los Angeles may be eligible for significant savings on electricity bills by switching from the default residential rate to LADWP’s little-known A1A commercial rate. The option is not documented on LADWP’s website but for certain buildings, it can result in substantial cost reductions.