Apply for MassEVIP Public Access Charging Incentives

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1. What to Know

   MassEVIP Public Access Charging is one of several MassDEP rolling grant programs aimed at making electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging stations more widely available across Massachusetts. 

   The MassEVIP Public Access Charging Program provides incentives for property owners or managers with publicly accessible parking to acquire and install Level 1 and Level 2 EV charging stations. Non-residential locations with publicly accessible parking are eligible.

   • Government-owned locations: MassDEP funds up to 100 percent of the hardware and installation costs to a maximum of $50,000 per street address.
   • All other locations: The agency funds up to 80 percent of the hardware and installation costs to a maximum of $50,000 per street address.

   Level 1 and Level 2 AC (not DC) electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) sold and installed in Massachusetts must comply with the Energy Star energy efficiency standards and be listed in the State Appliance Standards Database (SASD). If at any point you want to change your current approved equipment, be sure that your new equipment is also listed in the SASD.

   See the program requirements and frequently asked questions below to learn more.

   Note: If your project is not for a publicly-accessible charging station, scroll to Step 5 below to Learn About Other MassEVIP Programs for which you might be eligible.

   Open PDF file, 408.31 KB,  MassEVIP Public Access Charging Requirements (English, PDF 408.31 KB)

   Open PDF file, 171.22 KB,  MassEVIP Frequently Asked Questions (English, PDF 171.22 KB)

2. Apply Online

   Follow the link below to complete your application. Submit one application per street address. If you would like to apply for multiple street addresses, submit a separate application for each location. MassDEP accepts applications on a first-come, first-served basis until all available funding is spent.

   Note: You will be asked to upload a current Form W-9 as part of the online application process. This must have been signed and dated within the past year. A blank is provided below for your convenience.

   Please email massevip.massdep@mass.gov if you need the application in an alternate format, or to be placed on the mailing list for future MassEVIP funding opportunities.

   Open PDF file, 200.44 KB,  Form W-9: Request for Taxpayer Identification Number & Certification (English, PDF 200.44 KB)

3. MassDEP Reviews Your Application

   The agency begins by verifying your eligibility and checking your application for completeness. If you are not eligible, we will inform you by email.

   After receiving your complete application, MassDEP will issue you an approval letter and contract documents.

   Example Contract Documents 

4. Complete Your MassEVIP Project

   Once you sign and return your contract documents to MassDEP, you will need to acquire and install the equipment and make it operational within a specific time frame: 

   Project Type	Time to Complete
   Existing Location	6 Months
   New Construction	24 Months

5. Learn About Other MassEVIP Programs

   If you are not eligible to apply for MassEVIP funding through the program described on this page, you may qualify for others. For more detailed information about available funding, eligible entities and locations, and requirements, follow the links in this table or see the matrix below.

   Program	Eligible to Apply
   Direct Current Fast Charging	Non-residential private, public, or non-profit sites available for public use and educational campuses with at least 15 students on site
   Fleets	Municipal governments, public colleges/universities, and state agencies (fleet vehicles only)
   Multi-Unit Dwelling & Educational Campus Charging	Private, public, or non-profit dwellings with five or more residential units and educational campuses with at least 15 students on site.
   Workplace & Fleet Charging	Private, public, or non-profit workplaces with at least 15 employees on site, and private, public or non-profit locations where fleet vehicles are garaged

   Open PDF file, 119.15 KB,  Matrix of MassEVIP Grant Programs (English, PDF 119.15 KB)