The new European Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD III/IV) mandates the acceleration of charging infrastructure. This translates into a concrete charging station requirement by 2025 for new construction and renovations, as well as for large, existing commercial buildings. Non-compliance is not an option; it's a legal requirement. This article provides a clear overview of the exact requirements, their impact on your project, and the technical solutions to meet the standard immediately. Compliance is now an investment.
Why this topic is important: Legal Compliance and Future-Proofing
The need to comply with the 2025 charging station obligation is based on mandatory legislation.
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Direct Legal Requirement: The rules are not optional. Building permits and permits for use may be denied if the mandatory integration of charging infrastructure is not met.
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Real estate value: The lack of (future) charging points devalues commercial properties and apartment complexes, as EV driving becomes the norm.
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Scalability: The requirement focuses on making charging ready , not just immediate installation. This now requires the installation of the appropriate cabling and smart charging management systems to ensure future expansion.
How the Charging Station Obligation 2025 works in practice: The Three Sectors
The obligations vary by building type and parking capacity.
1. New Residential Buildings
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Obligation: In new residential buildings with more than two parking spaces (both indoors and outdoors), all parking spaces must be equipped with cable infrastructure (charging-ready) for future charging points.
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Direct Installation: In addition , at least one physical charging station must be installed directly.
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Focus on homeowners' associations: For apartment complexes (homeowners' associations), this requirement often applies to large-scale renovations of the parking lot. The infrastructure must be in place so that individual residents can easily connect later.
2. New and Renovated Utility Buildings (Office/Commercial Buildings)
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New construction: In the case of new construction of non-residential buildings with more than ten parking spaces, in parking spaces are being made ready for charging (pipeline infrastructure).
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Direct Installation: At least one physical charging station must be installed directly.
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Large-scale renovation: This requirement also applies to renovations that affect the parking lot.
3. Existing utility buildings (from 20 parking spaces)
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Mandatory (from 2025): Existing commercial buildings (such as office buildings) with more than twenty parking spaces must have at least one charging point .
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Deadline: This obligation is binding and must be met by 2025. This affects many SMEs with medium-sized office buildings.
Practical example: A project developer is building a new apartment complex with 40 parking spaces. Due to the mandatory requirements, 40 spaces must be equipped with the necessary empty conduits from the meter box to the parking space, plus one charging station must be operational upon completion. Failure to comply will result in a delay in completion.
Selection advice or comparison: Focus on Scale and Management
When implementing the 2025 charging station obligation, choosing the right hardware and software is crucial.
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Smart Systems: Choose compliant commercial charging stations equipped with Dynamic Load Balancing (DLB) and a central management system. This is essential for projects where dozens of connections need to be able to charge simultaneously without overloading the main network.
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Scalability: Making the "charge-ready" requirement requires robust cabling and flexible charging management systems that can grow with the project, from 1 installed point to 20 future points.
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Product Category Connection: Our product range focuses specifically on project-based and commercial charging solutions. These systems are designed for seamless compliance with EPBD requirements, including the required monitoring and billing functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the charging station requirement also apply to existing office buildings in 2025?
Yes, the requirement applies to existing office buildings. Starting in 2025, all existing non-residential buildings (such as offices) with more than twenty parking spaces on site must be equipped with at least one charging point . This is a strict deadline imposed by European legislation.
How many charging points am I required to install in new construction in the Netherlands?
In new residential buildings, all parking spaces (if there are more than two) must be made ready for charging (line infrastructure), with at least one directly installed charging point . In new commercial buildings with more than ten parking spaces, in parking spaces are ready for charging, with at least one directly installed charging point .
Does my homeowners' association fall under the new legislation for charging infrastructure?
Yes, indirectly. The legislation primarily affects homeowners' associations (VvEs) in new construction or large-scale renovations of parking garages. While there's no general obligation for existing VvEs, residents do have the "right to charge." This obligation focuses on facilitating charging infrastructure, meaning that the VvE can no longer prohibit the installation of charging cables without compelling reasons.
In summary:
The 2025 charging station requirement is a reality and requires action from property owners and developers. The focus is on preparing the infrastructure for new construction and on the immediate installation of at least one charging point in large, existing office buildings. Legal compliance demands a scalable and secure solution. Choose business charging solutions with the right management functionality now to avoid fines and safeguard your property value. View our range of compliant project-based and business charging stations.
