The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is considering making the installation of solar canopies on new outdoor car parks mandatory. The Call for Evidence is also seeking views around current planning policy.
The government is inviting input and detailed evidence from stakeholders to better understand the potential for solar canopy installation, as well as concerns or views stakeholders may have around existing planning policy and Permitted Development Rights (PDRs) in relation to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Evidence and feedback are being gathered on:
- Ways to increase the deployment of solar canopies on outdoor car parks (public or private ownership)
- Further changes to the planning and permitting regime when installing EV charge points.
Members with any feedback or questions should contact Catherine Bowen via [email protected].
Solar on car parks and electric vehicle charging - GOV.UK.
Also see this week's news story: EV Infrastructure Rules Updated.
