NYC looking for 14 sites across North Yorkshire to deliver electric vehicle charging points
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Dear Town/Parish Council,
We are writing to notify you that North Yorkshire Council (NYC) has been awarded funding to help deliver electric vehicle (EV) charging points at up to 14 sites across North Yorkshire. This means that we have the opportunity to help support rural communities in their transition to EVs by delivering renewable energy systems at remote sites, particularly in areas without off-street parking. This will not only enable local people to make the switch to EVs but will also ease the load on the energy grid and offer resilience in communities. We are looking for suitable locations to take part in this renewable pilot programme. In order to identify 14 suitable sites for this survey, we are keen to hear from any interested parties, and we will then assess the suitability of these interested sites.
What does this mean?
We want to support local communities, particularly those in isolated rural areas, by installing EV charging points. This is part of a wider effort to help people who use electric cars charge them more easily. We also want to offer resilience to the community, and we are exploring ways to support community buildings by enabling them to use any excess power or access stored energy in the event of an emergency.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a site located within an isolated rural community with a designated refuge centre in the event of an emergency.
In order to be considered for this programme, sites must have the following:
- A South facing roof, or East/West facing roof.
- Sufficient space for a wind turbine, or proximity to a nearby watercourse with the potential to support hydropower.
- Its own car parking. This must be accessible to residents 24 hours a day and have space for up to 4 EV bays.
- Sufficient space for battery storage.
- Dedicated meter and billing.
- Permission from the landlord and/or governing committee.
Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Pilot Fund
This is aimed at smaller or more isolated rural communities. Under this fund:
- We would like to install solar panels and, where possible, small wind turbines or water turbines.
- The renewable energy sources would generate electricity and charge a battery system.
- A battery would power up to 4 EV charging points, ideally located at a community building, such as a village hall, or at a public car park.
- Where EV charge points are installed at community sites, the energy stored in the battery will keep the building running for at approximately three days, depending on use, in the event of a power cut or emergency. This would enable the building to continue providing essential services such as heat, light, and shelter, supporting the community when their own homes may be without power or basic amenities.
This project could also help reduce energy bills for the hall by using more of its own electricity.
What to do next
If you are interested in taking part, please email us at: evcharging@northyorks.gov.uk by 15th December 2025 to let us know. We will then consider the suitability of your site for this programme. We will be happy to discuss the details and answer any questions you may have.
What we will do
Once we receive expressions of interest, the EV Charging Team will compile a long list of sites that appear to meet the programme’s criteria. These will then be passed to our consultants, Align Property Services, who will contact the first 14 sites to arrange visits and carry out initial assessments. This includes a survey of the building’s structure and electrical systems, which will be funded by North Yorkshire Council. Please note that we are unable to guarantee installation at any one site until these checks are complete. At this stage, we are simply seeking expressions of interest and are keen to work collaboratively with communities to help shape the project.
Yours faithfully,
EV Charging Team
North Yorkshire Council
Environment and Sustainability
County Hall
Northallerton
DL7 8AD
Website: www.northyorks.gov.uk
