Winter Park Begins Charging for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The City of Winter Park is set to implement fees for its electric vehicle charging stations in response to public complaints regarding their usage. Since the installation of the first EV charging station in 2012, Winter Park has offered these services at no cost to encourage electric vehicle adoption in its downtown area.
Updated Rates for Electric Vehicle Charging
Effective Friday, November 1, new rates for electric vehicle charging will be put into place. Users will incur a charge of $1 for every 20 minutes their vehicle is connected to the charging station, with billing starting at the beginning of the charging period. Additionally, after three hours of connected time, an extra $10 per hour will be charged, billed at the start of each hour. These measures are designed to promote equitable usage of the limited EV charging stations.

Addressing Community Concerns
There have been increasing concerns about EV drivers leaving their vehicles plugged in for extended periods, even after achieving a full charge. This behavior has created difficulties for others seeking access to the charging stations. To tackle this issue, Winter Park Police will start issuing citations to ensure that the charging facilities are used correctly. Electric vehicles must remain connected while parked in designated spots, and non-electric vehicles are prohibited from these spaces.
Currently, Winter Park operates 11 EV charging stations, offering residents and visitors convenient access to charging while they enjoy local amenities. As the demand for electric vehicle charging grows, these new fees will help ensure that all users can access the city’s charging resources fairly.
With this revised fee structure, Winter Park aims to manage the increasing demand for electric vehicle charging while meeting community expectations for responsible usage of its charging facilities.
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