Red tape blocking EV switch for drivers without driveways

Kerbo Charge is a solution for safe cross-pavement charging, backed by Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden
Drivers without access to a driveway are being held back from switching to electric cars by council red tape and planning rules, according to new research.

The findings highlight the challenges faced by households without off-street parking, who are often reliant on public charging infrastructure.

The research points to frustration over both the cost and availability of public chargers, with some respondents highlighting the practical difficulties of running cables across pavements.

Dragon Den’s star Deborah Meaden , an investor in Kerbo Charge following the brand’s appearance on the hit TV show, said: “There is a real problem to solve here: how to make EV charging fair and equitable for everyone, not just those with driveways.

The government has recently completed a consultation on proposals to relax planning rules, including allowing residents with on-street parking to install a charger without needing additional permission if a cross-pavement channel has already been approved.

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