If you live in the City of Los Angeles and are planning to install a Level 2 EV charger, the LADWP Used EV & Charger Rebate Program can put up to $500 back in your pocket on qualifying equipment, plus additional incentives on the electrical infrastructure. In 2026 the program has expanded — and the paperwork finally makes sense. Here's how to actually claim it.
Who Qualifies in 2026
To qualify for an LADWP EV charger rebate you must: be an active LADWP residential electric customer, install a qualifying Level 2 charger (most ENERGY STAR-certified units including Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, and Emporia EV count), and have the install performed by a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with a pulled permit. If you're outside LADWP's service area — Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena have their own programs — you'll want to check with your utility directly.
How Much You Can Save
The base rebate is up to $500 per qualifying charger. Low-income households in disadvantaged communities (as defined by CalEnviroScreen) can stack an additional $750 under the Charge Up LA! equity tier. Customers who also install a home energy storage battery may qualify for further incentives through the LADWP Distributed Energy Resources program.
Step-by-Step Application Process
1. Get a licensed quote (and confirm panel capacity)
LADWP requires the work to be done by a licensed electrician. Before committing, we do a quick load calculation to confirm your existing panel can handle the new circuit. If you're unsure, our EV charger installation quote includes a free load assessment. About 1 in 4 older Northridge and Van Nuys homes we visit need a panel upgrade first.
2. Pull the electrical permit
This is the step most DIYers and unlicensed installers skip — and it's exactly why their customers end up with denied rebates. LADWP requires a final permit signoff from LADBS before they'll cut the check. We pull the permit under our C-10 license as part of every install.
3. Install the charger on a properly sized dedicated circuit
Most Level 2 chargers run on a 40A or 50A dedicated circuit. We size the breaker, wire, and conduit to the manufacturer spec and the 2022 CEC, not to whatever's cheapest.
4. Pass the city inspection
LADBS typically schedules inspection within 3–5 business days of the permit being finalized. We meet the inspector on-site.
5. Submit the LADWP rebate application
You'll need: your LADWP account number, the paid install invoice, the charger purchase receipt, the finalized permit, and a photo of the installed charger. LADWP has moved the submission online — you upload everything in one portal form at ladwp.com. We give you a clean rebate packet the day of install so you're not chasing paperwork later.
6. Wait 8–12 weeks for your check
Most customers see their rebate 2–3 months after submission. LADWP will notify you by email once approved.
Common Reasons Rebates Get Denied
- No permit pulled (or permit never finalized)
- Non-qualifying charger model
- Install done by an unlicensed contractor
- Missing invoice itemization
- LADWP account not in the applicant's name
Why Work With Us on Your Rebate
We've pulled hundreds of EV charger permits across LADWP's territory since 2018. We handle the permit, the inspection, and assemble your rebate packet the same day we finish the install. The owner is on every job — you're not handed off to a subcontractor who doesn't know the rebate program.
Ready to start? Call the owner directly at 818-852-4910 for a free EV charger quote that includes full rebate paperwork prep.
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