New Construction Programs:
EV-Ready Homes Program: A rebate program for home builders and developers to construct new EV-ready single-family homes that exceed existing building code requirements. This program offers up to $450 per home for installation of a 240V NEMA 14-30 or NEMA 14-50 outlet.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the program rebate, home builders must meet the following criteria:
- Have a new construction home within EPE’s NM service territory connected to EPE’s grid;
- New construction home must exceed applicable state and local building codes;
- Provide a proof of installation of qualifying NEMA outlet after the TEP implementation date;
- Pre-install conduit, designate enough space and capacity on the main electrical panel or garage subpanel for at least a 30 amp, 240V dedicated branch circuit linking the electrical panel to the EV-ready outlet;
- Wire an EV-ready outlet (a 240V grounded alternating current receptacle); and
- Install EPE-provided signage for EV-ready outlet.
The future homeowner may be eligible for EPE’s Smart Charging Program, but the service address will not be eligible for Home Wiring Rebate Program.
EV-Ready Multi-Unit Dwellings (“MUDs”) Program: A rebate program for builders and developers to construct new EV-ready MUDs or apartments that exceed existing building code requirements. This program is designed to cover 70% of EV-ready wiring costs, that are not required by existing building codes. This program can be combined with EPE’s Commercial EV Charging Equipment Rebate Program to cover a portion of EV charging equipment costs.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the program, MUD builders/developers must meet the following criteria:
- Have a new construction MUD within EPE’s NM service territory connected to EPE’s grid;
- New construction MUD must exceed state and local building codes;
- Have subsidized infrastructure in close proximity to designated EV parking space;
- Provide proof of installation after the TEP implementation date;
- Pre-install conduit, designate enough space and capacity on the main electrical panel or garage subpanel for dedicated branch circuit linking the electrical panel to the EV-ready outlet or charging station;
- Install EV-ready outlet or charging station;
- EV-ready outlet should have means of payment including but not limited to a Quick Response (“QR”) code; and
- Install signage.
The EPE NM New Construction Rebate Programs are available. Complete the fillable application and submit via email to ev@epelectric.com.