Regulations & Safety
Can I Get the OZEV Grant for an EV Charger?
The grant for houses has closed, but renters, flat owners and landlords can still claim. Here is who qualifies.
By Steels Electrical · 4 June 2026 · 4 min read
The short answer
The original home charge grant for owner-occupiers in houses has closed. However, the EV chargepoint grant still offers up to £350 off for people who own or rent a flat, or live in rented accommodation, with their own off-street parking. There is a separate grant scheme for landlords installing chargers across their properties. The install must use an OZEV-approved installer.
Grant eligibility has narrowed since the early days of EV charging, so it is worth checking which scheme — if any — applies to your situation before assuming you have missed out.
Who can still claim
As things stand, the grant typically applies if you are:
- A flat owner-occupier with off-street parking.
- Living in rented accommodation (with the landlord’s consent) with off-street parking.
- A landlord installing chargers — via the dedicated landlord scheme.
How it works
The grant is claimed by an OZEV-approved installer, who discounts it from your bill — you do not apply separately. For typical pricing, see our guide on EV charger installation costs in Manchester.
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