Charge Up Boulder County: Better Access to EV Charging

Program Overview

This program supports the design, construction, installation, and operation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Boulder County. Boulder County is excited to offer this unique opportunity to property owners to access a high quality, low-cost EV charging installation service.

This project is intended to deliver EV charging infrastructure that is safe, convenient, accessible, affordable, and reliable.

Program Details

Low-Cost, Simplified EV Charger Installation

Through this program, Boulder County can cover 80% of the cost of the EV charging installation, and property owners pay 20%. There are also options for no-cost installations for property owners.

Boulder County has competitively selected Winn-Marion Barber, LLC to install the EV charging infrastructure for property owners, reducing the burden on property owners to find reputable charging companies. Winn-Marion will provide services to each site including site assessment, design, equipment installation, and ongoing operations support.

Eligibility

• The property must be located in Boulder County.
• The priority for this funding is existing properties (not new development).
• Properties must be able to accommodate four charging ports.
• Multifamily housing or manufactured home park charging stations must be at unassigned parking and available to both residents and visitors. Assigned or deeded parking spots are not eligible for this program.
• Single-family homes are not eligible.

The objective of this program is to expand EV charger access for communities and areas of Boulder County with EV charging gaps. Boulder County also aims to achieve geographic diversity across communities of Boulder County and to have 40% of charging investment benefit underserved communities such as affordable housing, multifamily housing, manufactured home communities, low-to-moderate income neighborhoods. Boulder County will confirm eligibility with interested property owners.

Reasons to Participate

• 80% of costs covered: Boulder County will fund most of the design, construction, and installation, as well as five years of operations.
• Streamlined process: We’ve already selected a trusted contractor—Winn-Marion Barber, LLC—through a competitive process, saving you time and effort.
• Tenant demand is rising: 30% of new cars sold in Boulder County are electric. EV charging is quickly becoming a must-have amenity
• Boost property value and retention: 39% of multifamily residents want EV charging at home, and nearly half of low-income residents are considering an EV. Offering
  charging can help you attract and retain tenants.

This is a custom solution with minimal hassle and maximum impact. Whether you’re looking to future-proof your property, meet sustainability goals, or simply stay competitive in the rental market, this program is designed to help.

Project Funding

Boulder County received a $4.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Project Timeline

• January 2026: Participant invitation and selection
  • Interested property owners can fill out the interest form; chances of selection increase the earlier the form is filled out
  • Boulder County will reach out to confirm eligibility
• January through August 2026: Pre-construction
  • EV Charging contractor, Winn-Marion Barber, LLC, will coordinate directly with each property owner for site assessment and preliminary design
• October 2026 – January 2027: Construction Begins

Act today!

If you are a property owner or manager interested in this limited time opportunity, please submit the online interest form.

Lea Yancey
lyancey@bouldercounty.gov
720-564-2723