Seattle City Light Offers Stackable Incentives & Tax Credits for Charging Infrastructure
Offset the cost of Level 2 chargers, DCFCs, and DCFCs with battery storage, as well as the cost of supporting electrical infrastructure, by taking advantage of the incentives and tax credits available. You may be eligible to stack incentives.
Seattle City Light EV Charging Incentives
Seattle City Light offers financial and technical support to expand public EV charging infrastructure across its service area. As EV adoption continues to grow rapidly in Seattle, these incentives are designed to help businesses and property owners install charging stations more cost-effectively.
The program prioritizes projects that increase access to charging, particularly in underserved communities, while supporting the city’s broader electrification and climate goals.
What the Program Covers
Seattle City Light provides incentives for both charging equipment and supporting infrastructure.
Eligible components include:
• Level 2 charging stations
• DC fast charging systems (including battery-supported systems)
• Electrical infrastructure (“make-ready” costs)
• Site preparation and installation
Participants may qualify for multiple incentive types depending on project scope.
Funding Amounts
Seattle City Light incentives can be substantial, with:
Total project incentives ranging approximately from $150,000 to $280,000
Additional technical and planning support provided
The exact amount depends on:
charger type
number of chargers
site characteristics
project scope
To qualify, projects must:
Be located within Seattle City Light’s service area
Meet minimum charger and technical requirements
Support public or shared access to EV charging
Eligible applicants typically include
Commercial property owners
Businesses and retail locations
Multi-unit housing operators
Public and community-serving organization
Who is Eligible
How to Apply
The process is collaborative and typically includes:
Initial consultation with Seattle City Light
Site assessment and feasibility review
Development of a project proposal
Submission of application and site plan
Incentive reservation and project approval
Seattle City Light also provides dedicated staff support to guide applicants through the process.
Why Install EV Charging in Seattle
Seattle is one of the fastest-growing EV markets in the U.S., with strong policy support and high consumer adoption.
Installing EV charging can help businesses:
attract EV-driving customers
increase dwell time and revenue
support sustainability goals
future-proof their properties
Public charging demand continues to grow as EV ownership outpaces available infrastructure in the region.
How Charli Helps
Applying for EV charging grants can be complex, especially when coordinating site design, funding requirements, and installation timelines. And we know you already have your hands full.
Charli supports organizations through:
Site assessment and infrastructure planning
Project scoping aligned with grant criteria
Charger selection and system design
Installation and deployment
Ongoing charging network management
Our approach is built on our full-service EV charging solutions, helping you move from funding strategy to operational infrastructure.
Install EV Charging in Seattle
Take advantage of available incentives and expand EV charging access at your property.