The state of Michigan has awarded $1.84 million to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across 31 multifamily housing sites, adding 201 new charging stations statewide. The funding forms part of a broader strategy to enhance home charging access, promote equitable EV adoption, and advance Michigan’s goal of achieving clean transportation by 2030.
The initiative targets one of the key barriers to EV ownership—limited access to charging for residents in apartment complexes and other shared housing. A newly revised call for proposals allocates an additional $5 million for non-public Level 2 AC chargers at both new and existing residential properties.
The first round of funding provided $1.22 million for 21 projects, followed by $626,000 for 10 more. Installations are planned in Flint, Kalamazoo, Dearborn Heights, Southfield, and Taylor, with local companies including Current Charging, Walker-Miller Energy Services, and Unified Business Technologies handling the work.
Individual grant awards are capped at $300,000, with applicants required to match 30% of project costs unless the sites are located in designated environmental justice communities. Eligible projects prioritize Level 2 AC stations, but may also include fleet, transit, or fast-charging infrastructure outside alternative fuel corridors.
Applications for the next phase of funding will be accepted on a rolling basis until resources are fully allocated, with all projects expected to be completed by September 2027. A separate funding round for public charging infrastructure will be announced later.
The program operates under the MI Healthy Climate Plan (MHCP), a $30 million initiative launched in 2024 to expand equitable charging access. At least 40% of total funding is directed to disadvantaged communities, ensuring that residents without private garages or driveways can benefit from Michigan’s growing EV network.