The Haryana government has introduced new regulations requiring electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in a wide range of residential and commercial developments across the state. The move comes through amendments to the Haryana Building Code, 2017, and is aimed at supporting the growing adoption of electric mobility.
Under the revised rules, new residential projects including group housing societies, cooperative housing developments and residential complexes managed by resident welfare associations (RWAs) will be required to install at least one EV charging point for every five parking spaces. In addition, these projects must be designed to be fully EV-ready, with conduits and supporting electrical infrastructure provided for future charger installations.
The updated provisions are not limited to residential developments. Commercial and non-residential properties such as shopping malls, office buildings and hotels with parking capacity for 10 or more cars will also have to incorporate EV charging facilities. These projects must provide a minimum of one charging point for every three parking spaces and include infrastructure that allows additional chargers to be installed in the future.
The amendment was issued by Haryana’s Town and Country Planning Department on June 5, 2026. One notable provision states that EV charging infrastructure will not be considered while calculating a project’s floor area ratio (FAR), potentially reducing concerns among developers regarding the impact on usable building space.
The revised code also permits the installation of charging equipment in basement and stilt parking areas, subject to compliance with electrical and fire safety standards. Developers will be required to disclose details of EV charging provisions when seeking occupation certificates for their projects.
In a significant step, the new rules also extend to existing residential complexes. Apartment owners and residents will be allowed to install EV charging equipment in their designated parking spaces, provided the installation meets prescribed safety norms and receives approvals from the relevant power distribution company and the Fire Department.
To support the implementation of the policy, Haryana’s Fire and Emergency Services Department has been tasked with developing detailed fire safety guidelines for EV charging infrastructure in coordination with electricity authorities and utility providers.
The amendment reflects the state’s effort to prepare urban infrastructure for increasing EV adoption. While the move is expected to improve charging accessibility for current and future EV owners, developers and housing societies will also need to ensure compliance with the new technical and safety requirements.