Electric Vehicle Resources

• Register your EV with ComEd to help the utility assess your electric service needs.
• Find the right electric rate
• Electric Vehicle charging system contractors should be registered with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) as a Certified EV Charging Station Installer. To find an ICC certified installer, click here.

Learn more about EVs

• Drive Electric
•  Drive Electric Illinois
• Explaining Electric & Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
• Green Vehicle Guide

Glenview requires a building permit for all electric vehicle charging station installations. We have waived the permit fees for electric vehicle charging station permits, making them FREE for residents and businesses.

Please view the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit Checklist before applying. This document will provide helpful information on permit requirements, inspections, regulations, and more.

Permit applications may be submitted online or in-person at our Development Center.

Permit Application (online)

Permit Application (PDF)

The Development Center is located at 2500 East Lake Avenue and is open from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

EVs have several advantages over conventional vehicles:

• Energy efficient. EVs convert over 77% of the electrical energy from the grid to power at the wheels. Conventional gasoline vehicles only convert about 12%–30% of the energy stored in gasoline to power at the wheels.
• Lower emissions. In Glenview, greenhouse gas emissions caused by on-road transportation account for 31% of total emissions, according to the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning's 2019 municipal emissions summary. EVs do not emit tailpipe emissions, which make them a cleaner option to operate compared to gasoline or diesel vehicles, especially if charged with renewable energy. 
• Improved air quality. Lower emissions lead to better local air quality.
• Performance benefits. Electric motors provide quiet, smooth operation and stronger acceleration.
• Reduced maintenance costs. EVs have fewer moving parts and don’t require oil changes, tune-ups, cooling system flushes, and other common maintenance services needed for traditional vehicles.
• Reduced energy dependence. Electricity is a domestic energy source.
• Equity Our community is applying for grants to install EV charging stations in town, to ensure that our residents have access to EV chargers. We are also posting information about EV incentives on our website and social media, to let residents know about available funding opportunities that could make EVs more affordable. 

·        Federal Tax Credit for Vehicles: Use the federal government’s federal tax credit tool to learn about the credit amount available for various EV makes and models. The maximum credit is $7,500 for new vehicles and up to $4,000 for used vehicles.

·        New and Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credits, Energy Saver webpage – This Department of Energy webpage describes the new and previously owned clean vehicle tax credits. The page includes a checklist to determine if a vehicle is eligible for either credit. You may also want to contact a tax professional.

·        Illinois EV Rebate Program: Residents may apply for a rebate on a new or used all-electric vehicle, when a rebate cycle is open. Purchasers must apply for the rebate during an open rebate cycle and within 90 days of vehicle purchase.

·        Federal Tax Credit for EV Charging Equipment – Residents who purchase qualified residential charging equipment may receive a tax credit of 30% of the cost, up to $1,000. Find out more at the above website, or consult a tax professional.

·        ComEd residential rebates for EV chargers – ComEd is offering rebates for the purchase and installation of new residential Level 2 chargers.

·        ComEd business and public sector rebates and services – ComEd is offering rebates on EVs and on make-ready infrastructure for business and public sector customers, as well as free fleet electrification assessments. More details are available at ComEd.com/Clean. 

·        Commercial Clean Vehicle Tax Credit – Businesses and tax-exempt organizations that purchase an EV may receive a tax credit of up to $7,500 for vehicles under 14,000 pounds and up to $40,000 for vehicles over that weight.

·        Maintenance and Safety of Electric Vehicles - U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center

·        Electric Vehicle Charging Safety Tips – FEMA, U.S. Fire Administration

Find Public Charging:

• PlugShare’s interactive map
• PlugShare app
• Alternative Fueling Station Locator

Types of Chargers:

EV charging equipment is available in three different levels, depending upon the rate at which the battery is charged and the type of power (i.e. AC or DC)

• Level 1 - Plugs into a standard outlet (120 vots) with an average charging rate of 2-5 miles of range per hour of charging. Typically found at home or the workplace.
• Level 2 - Requires heavy-duty electrical circuit and plug (240 volts) with an average charging rate of 10-20 miles of rnage per hour of charging. Can be installed at home or the workplace.
• Level 3 (DC fast chargers) - 80% charge in 20-30 minutes (480 volts). Typically found at a high traffic areas such as rest stops and shopping center, not at home or the workplace.

Parking Regulations at EV Charging Stations:

A person may park only an electric vehicle in an electric vehicle charging station space designated for use by electric vehicles. Unauthorized use of EV-only parking by non-EVs at both public and private properties is prohibited.

Illinois Vehicle Code (ILCS 625 ILCS 5/11-1308)[CS1]