OZEV Grant Eligibility Checker
Find out if you qualify for the government OZEV electric vehicle charge point grant. Quick eligibility check for flat owners and renters with our OZEV-approved installers handling all paperwork.
What is the OZEV Grant?
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) provides government funding to help eligible homeowners and renters with the cost of installing electric vehicle charge points at residential properties. This grant is specifically designed for people living in flats or rented accommodation where installing a charge point can be more challenging.
Who qualifies?
Flat owners, flat renters, and house renters with private off-street parking
What you need
An OZEV-approved electric vehicle and dedicated parking space
We handle it
Our OZEV-approved installers manage all grant paperwork if you're eligible
Check Your Eligibility Now
Answer 5 quick questions to find out if you qualify for the OZEV grant
What type of property do you live in?
The OZEV grant is primarily for flat owners and renters.
Detailed OZEV Grant Eligibility Criteria
Understanding the requirements for the government electric vehicle charge point grant
Property Type Requirements
Eligible properties:
- Flats you own (including shared ownership arrangements)
- Flats you rent from a private landlord
- Houses you rent from a private landlord
Not eligible:
- Houses you own (unless officially converted to flats)
- Properties where the landlord or homeowner lives with you
- Properties that are unoccupied or under construction
Parking Space Requirements
You must have access to a suitable parking space where the charge point can be installed:
- Private, off-street parking space (on-street parking does not qualify)
- You must own the parking space or have legal rights to install a charge point
- The space must be accessible and safe for installation as assessed by our team
- If you rent, you may need permission from your landlord or property management
Electric Vehicle Requirements
You must have an eligible electric vehicle. Check the official OZEV grant page for vehicle eligibility information. You can qualify if you:
- Are the registered owner of an eligible EV
- Lease an eligible EV for 6 months or more
- Use an eligible EV as a company car for 6 months or more
- Have an eligible EV on order with confirmed delivery
We'll verify your vehicle is on the OZEV-approved list during your pre-installation survey.
Additional Grant Restrictions
You cannot claim the OZEV grant if:
- You have already claimed this grant or any predecessor grant schemes
- You are currently moving house or planning to move in the near future
- You want to replace or relocate an existing charge point
- You are legally required to have a charge point (e.g., as part of a new build property requirement)
- Your property is located outside the UK
Important: The grant can only be claimed once per person. If you've received this or similar grants before, you cannot apply again.
About the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV)
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) is a UK government department working to support the transition to zero emission vehicles. The OZEV electric vehicle charge point grant is part of the government's commitment to making EV charging infrastructure more accessible.
This grant scheme is specifically designed to help people living in flats and rental properties where installing a home charge point can be more challenging and costly. By providing financial support, OZEV aims to remove barriers to EV adoption across different types of residential properties.
How we help: As OZEV-approved installers, Charge Wizard handles all grant paperwork and applications on your behalf. If you're eligible, we'll confirm this during your pre-installation survey and manage the entire grant process for you.