EV Charge up Garden Grove

There are different types of Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers - Level 1 and Level 2:

  • Level 1 chargers are smaller units that plug directly into a standard 120 volt receptacle outlet.  These types of chargers do not require a permit from the Building and Safety Division as long as there are not changes to the electrical system to provide the 120 volt receptacle.  Any changes to an electrical system will require a permit prior to commencing work.


  • Level 2 charging systems require a 240 volt electrical circuit.  Level 2 charger installations typically require an electrical permit and inspections of the installation.  You will need to provide some basic information demonstrating electrical service capacity for the added load in order to obtain the permit.

Single-Family Residential - Online Submittal Requirements

For a Single Family Residential application, an Electrical Permit is required to install an Electrical Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) onsite or in an attached or detached garage.  Technical review will be limited to health and safety issues.  Approval by an association to install an EVCS may be required for permit approval.

Submittal Process
Permit applications must be submitted to the City of Garden Grove Building and Safety Division online through our online portal, GG READY.

  1. A completed application. This permit application may be downloaded here.
  2. Conformance is required with the eligibility checklist for expedited permitting. Complete and submit the Eligibility Checklist for Single-Family Residential form and upload it to your attachments in the GG Ready portal for expedited review.

Eligibility Checklist for Single Family Residential
This checklist has been developed to streamline the permit, installation, and inspection process.  As you complete the applicable checklist, you will be guided as to what documents or information is necessary.  

Multi-Unit Residential, Commercial, & Larger Scale Submittal Requirements

A combination Building/Electrical Permit is required to install an Electrical Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS). Technical review will be limited to health & safety issues and accessibility as required.

Submittal Process
Permit applications must be submitted to the City of Garden Grove Building and Safety Division online through our online portal, GG READY.

Below are the minimum requirements to submit for these project types:

  1. A completed submittal package. All submittal packages, at a minimum, include the following:
  • A completed application. This permit application may be downloaded here
  • A site plan and electrical plan with a single-line diagram. The site plan must be drawn to scale and include full dimensions. The submitted site plan must include the following:
    • Showing location, size, and use of all structures;
    • Showing the location of the electrical panel for the charging system; and
    • Showing the type of charging system and mounting.
  • Electric load calculation worksheet
  • Additional information based on responses to questions in the checklist (see #2 below)


  1. Conformance with the eligibility checklist for expedited permitting.  Complete and submit the appropriate Eligibility Checklist for expedited review.

These checklists have been developed to streamline the permit, installation, and inspection process.  As you complete the applicable checklist, you will be guided as to what plans, documents, or information are necessary.  

Submittal & Review Process

  1. Plan Review

    Building and Safety Division staff will review your application and submittal information within ten business days. 


  2. Fees
    
Once your application has been accepted, fees will be assessed and invoiced. Fees are adjusted periodically based on the current adopted fee schedule. Visit User Fees page for information regarding our fees.

  3. Approval & Issuance
    
Once your application has been approved and all fees have been collected, your permit will be issued and work can begin.

Inspections


Once the Electric Vehicle Charging Station is installed, it must be inspected for final approval. Visit Building and Safety Inspections for information regarding inspection scheduling with our staff.