How Landlords & Property Managers Can Unlock Value with EV Charging
A simple guide to turning EV demand into an advantage for your property.
The shift is happening
If you’re managing flats, mixed-use estates or car parks, you’ve probably started to see it: more residents with electric cars, more drivers looking for charging as a basic facility. They may not say it out loud, but you’ll notice.
And when tenants see a property where they can charge their EV, you’re already ahead of the game.
EV charging isn’t just a “nice extra” any more — it’s fast becoming part of what makes a property practical and in demand.
Why this matters now
Property owners and managers who act early are seeing two clear benefits:
- Attract and retain tenants. Sites equipped with EV charging appeal more to people choosing where to live or work. Recent data shows properties with chargers command higher rental demand and quicker let-up.
- Create a revenue stream and future-proof your asset. Grant funding is available, future regulations are coming, and early installation avoids costly retrofits later.
Waiting too long means you may face higher costs, increased disruption, and fewer incentives.
1. Nail the basics first
Before picking hardware, start with the site:
- How many parking spaces do you have? Who uses them — residents, visitors, staff?
- What’s your electrical supply like? A make-ready system (cabling, ducting, meter space) now costs much less than a retrofit later.
- What are your users’ charging patterns? Overnight for residents, short-stay for visitors, steady usage for staff.
By aligning charger type and location with actual usage you save money and boost satisfaction.
2. Grants and funding you should know
You don’t have to cover all the cost alone. For example:
- Landlords & property managers may access EV charge-point grants and infrastructure grants through Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV).
- These can cover up to £350 per socket or a percentage of infrastructure costs.
- Having a compliant installer, correct wiring and usage plan helps ensure eligibility.
Leverage the funding to reduce your upfront cost and improve ROI.
3. Location matters
It’s not just “plug it in”. Placement, signage, and usability count:
- A bay hidden in the corner is less useful than a bay near the entrance.
- Visitor or public access bays may need different hardware than staff/residential bays.
- Future demand will rise; installing extra conduit now can save huge costs later.
4. Revenue models that work
Charging infrastructure doesn’t need to be a cost centre. You can structure setups so they work for you:
- Charge users per kWh or per session.
- Offer “free” for residents and paid for visitors.
- Offer staff charging as a perk, but set clear criteria and usage controls.
- Use automated monitoring and billing to track usage and costs.
With the right model, your property generates income. One analysis shows commercial landlords could miss out on up to £1.25 m in income from EV charging sites.
Installing EV chargers isn’t just “wire it up”. It’s about compliance, safety, maintenance, and usability.
Nu Electrics Ltd specialises in working with landlords and property managers across London & the South East. We can help with:
- Site surveys & power assessments
- Grant eligibility checks & paperwork
- Full installation, commissioning, and maintenance
- User support and monitoring
Work with a team that knows property portfolios, not one that treats EV charging as an afterthought.
Take the next step
If you’re looking at your parking spaces and wondering what to do next, you’re in the right place.
Let’s talk about how your property can be EV-ready, tenant-preferred, and future-proof.
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