Your Residents Want Electric Car Charging. Here's How to Give It to Them for Less.

Walk around any car park in Scotland today and you'll spot them - those sleek electric cars that seem to multiply every month. Your residents are making the switch, and they're looking at you to provide somewhere to plug in.

But here's the thing: installing charging points feels expensive. What if we told you the Scottish government would cover a quarter of the cost?

The Grant That Property Managers Are Talking About

Transport Scotland funds something called the EST factored development charge point grant. It's a mouthful, but it's simple: they'll pay 25% of what you spend on communal car charging points.

What You Need to Know:

✅ For property managers only - specifically those managing blocks of flats
✅ Covers 25% of costs - after other grants are applied
✅ Stack it with other funding - double up on savings
✅ Must use approved installers - like voltshare

Source: Energy Saving Trust

Double Your Savings With Two Grants

Here's where it gets interesting. You can use this grant alongside the OZEV funding, like stacking two discount codes on the same purchase:

1. First, you apply for OZEV funding
2. Your quote gets reduced by the OZEV grant amount
3. Then you apply for the EST grant on the remaining cost
4. EST covers 25% of what's left after installation
5. Your final out-of-pocket cost is much smaller

Most property managers don't realise they can combine these grants in this way, but the savings can be substantial when you follow the correct application sequence.

Why Regular Charging Points Won't Work for Your Building

You can't just buy any old charging point for a block of flats. Residents argue about who used what, bills get messy, and someone always parks in the wrong space.

We've spent years solving these exact headaches:

🏗️ Bills sort themselves out - Each resident gets charged automatically for what they actually use. No more manual calculations or arguing over electricity bills during residents' meetings.
🔐 Only the right person can use each charger - Set up each charging point so only the person who owns that parking space can use it. End of disputes.
⏰ Cheaper charging at night - Electricity costs less after midnight. Let residents save money by charging overnight while helping balance the national grid.
💰 You set different prices - Charge visitors more than residents. Offer discounts during quiet periods. Set premium rates for faster charging. Your building, your rules.
📞 We handle the phone calls - When something goes wrong or residents have questions, they call us, not you. One less thing on your plate.

We'll Handle the Paperwork

Grant applications can be tedious. We're on the official approved installer list, which means we know exactly what needs to happen and when.

Grant applications can be tedious. We're on the official approved installer list, which means we know exactly what needs to happen and when.

Here's what happens:

1. ✅ We visit your site and work out what you need
2. ✅ We provide you with costings
3. ✅ You apply for the OZEV Grant first
4. ✅ We then provide your final quote minus the OZEV grant value
5. ✅ You apply for the EST Grant
6. ✅ We install everything professionally
7. ✅ You pay us the final amount
8. ✅ We provide you with an EIC (Electrical Installation Certificate)
9. ✅ You send your paid invoice and EIC to EST
10. ✅ EST pays you the 25% grant funding
11. ✅ We're there when you need us for ongoing support

The key is getting the OZEV funding processed first, then the EST grant works on the remaining amount - maximising what you save overall.

Why Being on the Approved List Matters

The Energy Saving Trust only works with installers they've vetted. Being on their list means:

• ✅ Your grant goes through - no nasty surprises
• ✅ We know what we're doing - hundreds of successful installations
• ✅ Quality guaranteed - we meet their standards
• ✅ Faster processing - we know the right people

Source: EST Approved Installers

The Numbers Make Sense

Installing charging points isn't just about keeping residents happy (though it does that). It's a smart business move:

Your Property Becomes More Valuable - Buildings with charging points sell for more and rent faster. It's becoming as important as having good broadband.

Happy Residents Stay Longer - Nobody wants to move house just to find somewhere to charge their car. Give them what they need and they'll stick around.

It Pays for Itself - Charging fees create a steady income stream. Set your prices right and the system pays for its installation costs over time.

Other Property Managers Are Already Doing This

Across Scotland, smart property managers are using Transport Scotland funding to upgrade their buildings. The early movers are seeing the benefits - higher property values, happier residents, and additional income.

Source: Business Chargepoint Funding Success

The Clock is Ticking

Electric car sales are growing fast. In a few years, not having charging points will be like not having parking spaces at all. The residents moving into your building next year will expect to plug in their cars.

Government grants don't last forever, and this funding could change or disappear. The property managers getting ahead of this trend are securing their funding now.

What Happens Next?

We'll visit your building, assess what you need, and calculate how much you could save through available grants.

During your consultation, we'll:

• Work out how many charging points you need
• Calculate your grant savings
• Design a system that works for your specific building

📞 Book Your Site Visit

Want to see how much you could save on charging points?

Let's arrange a time to visit your building and run the numbers. No obligation, no sales pressure - just straight answers about costs, grants, and what works best for your residents.

Book your free site survey today!

Get ahead of the electric car revolution while government funding is available. Your residents need somewhere to charge, and you need to protect your property's value.

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Grant information current as of publish date. Funding availability and terms can change - contact us for the latest details.