Revealed: Phase one of proposed on-street electric vehicle charging provision for Mid-Sussex
Proposed locations in phase one of the on-street electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint rollout in Mid Sussex have been revealed.
As part of the initial on-street phase of the Mid Sussex Chargepoint Network, a proposal has been made to install new public chargepoints in towns including East Grinstead, Turners Hill, Lindfield, Haywards Heath and Hassocks, supporting the councils' ambitions for a greener future.
A leaflet has been distributed to residents and businesses near the sites , inviting feedback on the proposed locations and giving the opportunity to ask questions or share comments.
This is the first phase in the largest-roll out of electric vehicle chargepoints by a UK council, with subsequent phases taking place over the next decade, making it easier for electric vehicle (EV) users without driveways in Mid Sussex to charge their vehicles.
Mid Sussex District Council along with other local authorities in West Sussex has contracted with Connected Kerb, one of the country's leading providers of EV charging solutions to install and maintain thousands of new chargepoints across the county.
The project is fully funded by Connected Kerb, meaning zero cost to the councils, and will be particularly beneficial to EV users without off-street parking. We will soon be engaging with residents who live near the proposed locations.
To view the proposed locations, please go to Connected Kerb website. Help us map out the network:
Residents and businesses can help plan a network that works for them by sharing their views of where more chargepoints should be located across Mid Sussex.
Whilst it cannot be guaranteed that a chargepoint will be installed in the location suggested, it will help establish where there is demand and plan for future EV charging in the county.
To suggest a location, or to find out more about our plans, please visit the Connected Kerb website.
Some frequently asked questions:
Will there be enough chargepoints for everyone?
There are plans to roll out a charging network in sufficient numbers which will help you make the switch to electric vehicles with confidence. The aim is to have a chargepoint within a few minutes of residents that do not have access to off-street parking.
Who is funding installation and maintenance of the chargepoints?
The contract with Connected Kerb is a 100 per cent concession contract, meaning that Mid Sussex County Council and other partners are not required to contribute any funding towards this project.
What energy will be used to power the chargepoints?
Renewable energy sources primarily from wind, solar and hydro (water) sources will power 100 per cent green electricity supplied by Octopus Energy.
How do I find a chargepoint once they are installed?
You can download the Connected Kerb app via the Appstore or Google Play to locate chargepoints near you. You can also find them on Zap-Map (zap-map.com) by using the network filter.
What parking restrictions will apply to the EV bays?
Only electric vehicles that are charging can use the dedicated EV charging bays. Within a Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ), CPZ restrictions will also apply during the hours of the CPZ operation, i.e., a permit will need to be displayed in the bays, during the CPZ operation hours.