EV Charger Installations in Burgess Hill

Do EV Charger Installations in Burgess Hill require planning permission?

In general EV Charger installation doesn’t require planning permission as this comes under ‘Permitted Development’ rights. This means you can carry out specific building work without the need to submit a planning permission application - however, this is only applicable if your home in Burgess Hill has off-street parking or a garage or driveway. If you have on-street parking, live in a conservation area or a listed building then you may need to submit for planning permission.

As EV charger installation is technically classed as a development on your home, it is the homeowners responsibility to make sure that your home either doesn’t require planning permissions or if it does, the permissions have been granted before any installation work commences.

Can I install an EV Charger myself?

EV Charger installation is high voltage, intricate work that requires professional knowledge and experience. We absolutely recommend contacting a qualified electrician with experience in EV Chargers to carry this work out for you. EV Charger installation is classified as notifiable work under ‘Part P’ - this means DIY installation by someone who isn’t qualified to do so is illegal and could result in hefty fines from the council. Under UK law, notifiable work must be certified by a registered "Competent Person" and receive an installation certificate to prove this.

Whilst it may seem like a great way to save money and do this yourself, it absolutely isn’t recommended - it is extremely unsafe and not compliant. Cutting costs isn’t a good idea when the price you pay could be your health and safety.

What to look for when choosing an electrician for EV Charger Installations in Burgess Hill

When choosing the right electrician for you, it’s important to look out for accreditations that show that they are EV Charger specialists, experienced in your area and understand the needs of Burgess Hill homes. A trusted electrician should have plenty of 5* reviews, showing customers feel so impressed by the service given that they were compelled to leave a review with positive reviews.

With experience comes knowledge and the team here at Oval Electrical are EV Charger specialists, we’re able to offer advice on which charger is suitable for your vehicle, advise on electrical capacity and upgrade the supply if necessary. 

We are NAPIT accredited, Sync & Anderson registered installers and myenergi product champions - meaning we’ve invested into our EV Charger Installation knowledge and are an electrician in Burgess Hill you can trust.

To book in for EV charger installation or just ask our team a few questions, why not give us a call or fill in our contact form today. We are keen to help and look forward to hearing from you.