The Haryana government has amended the state's 2017 building code to make electric vehicle charging infrastructure compulsory in new and renovated residential and commercial projects. Group housing societies, cooperative housing projects and residential complexes managed by resident welfare associations (RWAs) must provide at least one charging point for every five parking slots. These projects must also be fully EV-ready with charging conduits in place.
- Existing housing complexes also covered under the amended code
- Electrical, fire safety norms must be followed to get Fire Department's NOC
For commercial and non-residential buildings such as malls, hotels and office spaces, the rule applies to projects with parking for at least 10 cars. These buildings must now provide at least one EV charging point for every three parking slots. They must also be 100 percent EV-ready, with conduits installed across the property for future charging points. This comes over a month after changes to the code were proposed by the state government.
EV chargers allowed in basement, stilt parking areas
The Haryana Town and Country Planning Department issued the amendment on June 5, 2026. It also stated that EV charging infrastructure will not be counted in floor area ratio calculations, which should make it easier for developers to add chargers without affecting project economics.
The amended code also allows EV chargers in basement and stilt parking areas, as long as electrical and fire safety norms are followed. Developers will also have to disclose EV charging provisions when applying for occupation certificates.
The scope of the amended code extends to existing residential buildings as well. Flat owners can install EV charging equipment in their allotted parking spaces, provided they meet electrical and fire safety requirements and get certification from the Fire Department and the local power distribution company.
Haryana’s Fire and Emergency Services Department has also been told to draft detailed fire safety rules for EV charging infrastructure, working with the electricity department and power utilities.
Dhruv Dhaka
Glenn Noronha
