Board reviews HB24-1173-driven EV charging code updates and Brighton's planned EV rebate program
Brighton's Sustainability Advisory Board reviewed proposed land use code updates required under House Bill 24-1173, including permitting streamlining and standards for Level 1/2/DC fast chargers, and heard that Brighton plans an EV rebate program funded by a Colorado Energy Office grant; members highlighted multifamily charging access and charging deserts.
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At the May 14 meeting, staff member Traci McLean outlined proposed land use code updates the city must consider under House Bill 24-1173, which would require municipalities to adopt a model EV charging code, adopt equivalent standards, or formally opt out. McLean said the updates would standardize definitions and permitting for Level 1, Level 2 and DC fast charging, and would address siting, lighting, parking and accessibility requirements to coordinate with state ADA standards.
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