Electric Vehicles

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Promoting electric vehicles (EV) is another way Public Works contributes to environmental savings. Since 2015, 12 EV charging stations have been installed around Redwood City to facilitate EV usage. See below for instructions on how to find and use EV charging stations.

Step 1 - Get a ChargePoint Card

To pay for access to EV charging stations, drivers must join the ChargePoint network, apply for a free ChargePoint card, and deposit a minimum of $25 to pay for future EV charging sessions. For more information or to register, visit www.chargepoint.com/join or call 1-888-758-4389. ChargePoint recommends using their mobile app that provides helpful information and notifications.

Step 2 - Find a Charging Station

Location	Address	Level I/II (240V)
Jefferson Ave. Garage	830 Jefferson Ave.	2 Stations
Marshall St. Garage	750 Marshall St.	2 Stations
Red Morton Community Center	1120 Roosevelt Ave.	2 Stations
Main Library	1044 Middlefield Road	1 Station
Redwood Shores Library	399 Marine Parkway	3 Stations
Veterans Memorial Senior Center	1455 Madison Avenue	1 Station
Public Works Services	1400 Broadway	1 Station

You can also view the map below to find a charging station near you.

Step 3 - Charge Your Car

Use your ChargePoint card to charge your car at the station. For instructions on how to use your ChargePoint card, click here. See below for helpful charging information and tips.

Kilowatt Hour (kWh) Fee

Click here to view a diagram of the chargers.

$0.56 kWH as of January 1, 2024
$1.12 kWH as of January 1, 2025

Time Restriction

There is a time limit of 4 hours for EV parking spaces. This is to allow everyone to have a fair opportunity to use the charging stations.

Be Courteous

Here are a few ways you can be courteous in your use of the EV charging stations:

DON'T charge for too long. Instead, let others use the station when you are done.
DON'T park if you're not charging.
DON'T unplug other EV drivers.

My Charging Station is Busy!

If the EV charging station you wish to use is occupied, use the ChargePoint mobile app to find a nearby station. The app contains a map of all nearby locations, and whether or not they are currently occupied.

Questions?

Please call Public Works at (650) 780-7464 or view the Electric Vehicle FAQ Below.

Expand/Contract Questions and Answers

Do I need to sign up for anything to pay the charging fee?
Yes, you will need to activate a ChargePoint card and link you credit card.
How do I link my credit card to my ChargePoint card?
During sign-up for your ChargePoint card, you’ll be asked to enter your credit card information. In case you did not register your credit card during the initial sign-up process to receive your ChargePoint card, go to the Financial Information section under My Account (after logging into your ChargePoint account) and enter your credit card information.
How do I obtain a ChargePoint card?
To obtain and activate a ChargePoint card, you can sign up for free online or via the ChargePoint mobile app. After signup you will receive two free cards within 7-10 business days. Once they arrive, you must log in to your account and activate your cards. Go to My Account and select Manage ChargePoint Cards. Make sure you have your ChargePoint cards on hand to enter their serial numbers and select save.

Active ChargePoint Card: http://www.chargepoint.com/activate
ChargePoint mobile app: www.chargepoint.com/mobile
How does ChargePoint charge my ChargePoint card (after I’ve linked my credit card)?
Each time you pay to use a station, the fees will be deducted from your ChargePoint account balance. When your account runs low, ChargePoint will automatically charge your credit card $25 or the amount equivalent to three month's average use so your ChargePoint account always maintains a balance. If you cancel your account, you will be refunded the remainder of your deposit.
If I have questions about installing an EV station at my home or business, who do I speak with about whether a Redwood City permit is required?
Please call Redwood City’s Building Inspection Division at 650-780-7361 or stop by the Building counter located inside City Hall, 1017 Middlefield Road, Redwood City (Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., except legal holidays).
Where are Redwood City’s EV charging stations located?
A total of 12 charging stations are available in (5) public parking areas: Jefferson St. garage (2 stations), Marshall St. garage (3) stations, Red Morton Community Center (2 stations), Main Library (1 station), Redwood Shores Library (4 stations).
Who do I call to report a broken EV station?
Please report all problems to ChargePoint by calling 1-888-758-4389. Once reported, ChargePoint will report all problems to Redwood City. Upon notification of the problem, Redwood City staff will coordinate the repair of the EV station as quickly as possible.
Why is there a 4 hour time restriction on EV parking spaces?
To encourage EV drivers to move their vehicle to allow other EV drivers to utilize the EV charging stations, Redwood City has implemented a 4 hour time restriction on all EV parking spaces. Each location is marked with signage notifying EV drivers of the 4 hour time restriction. The Redwood City Police Department can enforce parking restrictions (ticket or tow) based on Redwood City Ordinance 20.230.

Year	EV Charging Fee
2024	$0.56/kWh
2025	$1.12/kWh
2026	$1.67/kWh
2027	$2.23/kWh

Step 1 - Get a ChargePoint Card

Step 2 - Find a Charging Station

Step 3 - Charge Your Car

Kilowatt Hour (kWh) Fee

Time Restriction

Be Courteous

My Charging Station is Busy!

Questions?

Do I need to sign up for anything to pay the charging fee?

How do I link my credit card to my ChargePoint card?

How do I obtain a ChargePoint card?

How does ChargePoint charge my ChargePoint card (after I’ve linked my credit card)?

If I have questions about installing an EV station at my home or business, who do I speak with about whether a Redwood City permit is required?

Where are Redwood City’s EV charging stations located?

Who do I call to report a broken EV station?

Why is there a 4 hour time restriction on EV parking spaces?

Will it cost to charge my EV?