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General B + C-10 · Permits Handled · Written Scope

Commercial EV Charging. One Contractor. Clear Scope.

CALGreen EV charging requirements may apply to your project depending on scope and local jurisdiction; confirm for your property. Kilowire scopes trenching, conduit, concrete, and wiring under one contract with General B and C-10 licenses. Incentive programs exist, but eligibility and amounts change.

B + C-10
CSLB classes
Jan 2026
CALGreen effective
1 yr
Workmanship warranty
0
Subcontractors
CALGreen 2026

The law that applies to your property — effective January 1, 2026.

The California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) includes EV charging requirements for certain new construction and some alterations. Coverage depends on building type, project scope, and local jurisdiction.

Multifamily (5+ units) Occupancy Withheld

Level 2 Conduit Minimum

Trigger Any parking lot modification
Requirement Every modified stall must be EV-capable (Level 2 conduit minimum)
Commercial (Non-Residential) Permit Denial

10% EVSE-Ready / 2% Equipped

Trigger New construction or major renovation
Requirement 10% of stalls must be EVSE-ready; 2% fully equipped with chargers
HOA & Condo Associations Civil Liability

Level 2 Access for Modified Units

Trigger Any capital improvement to parking lot
Requirement Level 2 access required for all modified parking spaces
Mixed-Use Development Dual Enforcement

Combined Building & Energy Codes

Trigger Residential + commercial renovation
Requirement Both residential and commercial CALGreen standards apply simultaneously

Not sure if your project triggers CALGreen? KiloWire reviews your permit scope at no charge and tells you exactly what's required before you file.

The dual license advantage

Why one contractor doing everything can simplify scheduling and permits.

EV contractor with an electrical-only license
Calls a General B subcontractor for asphalt work
Calls another sub for concrete bases
Coordinates 3 separate schedules
Each subcontractor adds a handoff
Delays when subs reschedule
Permit may list several contractors
Timeline varies by project
KiloWire (General B + C-10)
Asphalt cutting — scoped in our contract
Trenching & conduit — scoped in our contract
Concrete pad pour — scoped in our contract
Wiring & EVSE installation — scoped in our contract
One schedule, one point of contact
Permits coordinated by one contractor
Schedule confirmed in your written scope
Incentive programs

Funding and utility programs may apply. Programs may help offset it.

Varies
by program and property
Communities in Charge

Intended for qualifying properties in eligible communities. Check the program's current rules, funding status, and deadlines before relying on it. Kilowire can supply scope and equipment documents for applications.

Funding availability changes; confirm current terms with the program.
Rule 29
SCE utility-side infrastructure
SCE Rule 29

SCE's Rule 29 covers utility-side infrastructure for some EV charging projects. What SCE pays for, and what the property owner pays for, depends on the project and tariff terms. Confirm with SCE.

Applicability depends on the project; confirm with SCE.

How Incentive Applications Work

01

Site Survey

We assess your property, determine CALGreen requirements, and identify grant eligibility.

02

Incentive Paperwork

We supply scope and equipment documents for programs you choose to apply to, such as Communities in Charge or SCE Rule 29.

03

Permit & Construction

One contractor pulls the permit, executes all engineering and building work, and coordinates inspections.

04

Grant Disbursement

Funds are paid directly to KiloWire, reducing your invoice dollar-for-dollar.

Who we serve

Built for property owners and managers who need this done right.

HOAs & Condo Associations

CALGreen compliance, unit-by-unit billing infrastructure, grant applications, and a single permit that covers the entire property.

Apartment Owners

Retrofit existing parking with Level 2 EV access. Incentive programs may apply; we can supply scope and equipment documents.

Commercial Developers

Pre-permit CALGreen review, EV infrastructure build-out, and utility coordination, under one contract.

Property Management Companies

Portfolio-level EV infrastructure planning across multiple properties. Volume pricing, coordinated permitting, consistent documentation.

Free site survey

Tell us about your property. We'll identify what CALGreen requires and what grants are available.

No obligation. Written scope and grant eligibility assessment included.

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