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EV charging at home in Arlington County, VA

Level 1 and Level 2 chargers may sit in required yards. Level 3 must stay 8 ft from the street line. A Level 2 install needs an electrical permit.

A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Arlington County before you build.

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  • EV supply equipment is a by-right accessory use in residential districts.High confidence

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What does a home EV charger need in Arlington County?
Level 1 and Level 2 chargers may sit in required yards. Level 3 must stay 8 ft from the street line. A Level 2 install needs an electrical permit.

Sources

  1. Arlington County Zoning Ordinance §§ 3.2.5, 3.2.6.A.4, 12.9.9, 12.9.11, 12.9.12, 12.9.16, 12.9.17 and Article 18. Checked 2026-10-21
    [Visual clearance] On any corner lot in an R or RA district there shall be no planting, structure, retaining wall, fence, shrubbery or obstruction to vision between a height of three feet and a height of 10 feet above the curb level within the triangle form…

Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal or professional advice for any one property. Codes change. SetbackIQ is not a zoning determination, a permit, or a survey, and it does not replace an architect, engineer, or lawyer. Confirm with your building and zoning offices before you build, buy, or sign a contract.