On May 29, 2026, a new law is scheduled to come into force giving residents the right to claim charging point in their BRF. Here is the decision base to help your board act proactively — before individual requirements start to come into play.
The voting season is here -- and it's the right time to take charge. From May 29, 2026, a new law will come into force which gives residents of condominiums the legal right to request the installation of a charging point at their parking lot. A BRF may then only refuse if there is a valid reason, such as serious technical or safety obstacles. This means that associations that do not act proactively risk being put in a reactive mode — where residents make demands and the board lacks a thoughtful solution. Here is the basis that makes it easy to prepare a well-reasoned petition and get the majority with you.
BRF boards face a choice: act proactively this spring or deal with individual charging demands from residents after May 29. The difference is huge — both economically and practically.
The new bill, which is based on the EU Directive on the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPBD) and was submitted as a bill to Parliament on 3 March 2026 (Prop. 2025/26:148), is also discussed in detail in our article on Home Charging Act — opportunity or trap for BRF and communityIn practice, this means that the association can no longer say no to charging as a whole. Individual residents can request their own charging point -- and the board must have an answer.
A joint solution decided at the meeting is almost always better than piecemeal installation on the initiative of individuals. A well-thought-out infrastructure with smart power management costs less per charging point, puts a better load on the property's electrical system and is easier to manage. In addition, it provides fair conditions for all residents — whether they have an electric car today or plan to get one.
ChargeNode's data from over 60,000 charging points shows that induction effect in BRFs is clear: within 12 months after installation, the charge increases by an average of 39 percent. Does your association need charging today or in three years' time really matters less — the infrastructure should be in place before the need is urgent.
In most BRF boards, the charging issue faces a couple of recurring concerns. Here are factual answers to the most common ones.
The most common objection is that “we have too few electric cars -- it's too early.” The induction effect speaks a clear language: ChargeNode's data shows that charge in BRFs increases by on average 39 percent within 12 months after installation. Infrastructure creates demand, not the other way around. In addition, the new law means that individual residents can request charging points regardless of how many electric cars the association has today -- better to plan jointly now than to be forced to deal with individual requirements reactively.
Another common concern is grid capacity. Med dynamic load balancing the power is intelligently distributed between the chargers based on the available capacity of the property. ChargeNode's data shows that smart control can reduce power output by up to 50 percent compared to uncontrolled charging. In most BRFs, the need for grid upgrade is completely eliminated.
“It's too expensive” is partially resolved by the Charge Car grant, which covers up to 50 percent of the cost per charging point with a cap of 15, 000 SEK. A charging point that costs SEK 25,000 to install can therefore cost the association SEK 12,500 after contributions. ChargeNode helps with grant application free of charge.
When it comes to administration and billing, the answer is simple: with a modern charging solution, the billing takes care of itself. Each resident is identified via app or RFID card and pays for their actual consumption directly -- the association does not handle individual invoices. Read more about how individual charging for BRF works in practice.
And if the board can't agree? ChargeNode produces ROI calculations, presentation documents and technical reports adapted for meetings. Disagreement is almost always about the question feeling unclear -- not that the will is lacking. The right underlay resolves most locks.
For BRFs and associations, it is possible to search Charge the Car Subsidy via the Environmental Protection Agency. The size of the aid depends on the size of the association under EU state aid rules. Most BRFs count as small businesses — that is, fewer than 50 employees and less than €10 million in turnover — and can then receive up to 50 percent of the cost covered. Larger compounds can get up to 40 percent. Exactly what applies to your compound depends on your size and how the charging points will be used — read more at Environmental Protection Agency's page on the regulatory framework or contact us and we will help you figure it out.
An important distinction to know: do you install charging points for accommodation or members in the association the same rules apply as before — the application can be made in the same way as before. If, on the other hand, you install charging that is aimed at external tenants, visitors or customers — that is, if the association is engaged in economic activities — you must the application is submitted before the start of the installation. ChargeNode helps with the application free of charge.
A meeting in March is the right time to make decisions and get the process rolling ahead of an installation in the summer or autumn.
A well-prepared petition significantly increases the chances of a clear yes. What works best experientially is a substrate that combines four parts:
That the grant covers up to half the cost and that smart governance eliminates grid upgrade needs are the two arguments that most often turn skeptics.
We have helped hundreds of BRF boards to produce decision bases, ROI calculations and presentation materials adapted for meetings. We know what creates security for board members and what gives a majority among residents.
Our total solution means that we take care of everything from design and installation to Individual Debit, round-the-clock support and continuous operation. The association does not need to have technical expertise in-house — we manage it.
We also help with the Charge the Car application free of charge, both for public and non-public charging stations.
Contact us for a free consultation — we will develop a complete voting record adapted for your association.
The 2026 AGM season is the best time in a long time to make decisions on charging infrastructure. The new law that goes into effect May 29 gives residents the right to demand charging points -- associations that act proactively now don't have to deal with reactive demands later. With the right decision base, the Charge the Car contribution and smart power control, charging is neither technically nor financially complicated. It's about taking the step in the right order.
Does the BRF meeting have to make a decision on charging, or is a board decision sufficient?
It depends on the size of the project and the conditions of the property. Minor measures that do not involve major financial or physical interventions may be decided by the Board of Directors. If it is an investment of significant size, changes to common land or redistribution of parking spaces, the issue should be brought to the general meeting. In case of uncertainty, it is always wise to bring it up at the general meeting to anchor the decision broadly.
What does the new law from May 29, 2026 mean for our BRF?
The law gives residents of condominiums the right to request to be allowed to install a charging point at their parking lot. The association may only refuse if there is a valid reason — such as serious technical or safety obstacles. General reluctance or plans for a future joint solution do not count as valid reasons to refuse. This means that associations that do not have a common plan can find themselves in a position where they deal with individual requirements without control over the whole.
How big is the Charge Car subsidy for a BRF?
The charge car subsidy remains for residents and members of BRF and associations — the application is made in the same way as before. Most BRFs count as small businesses and can get up to 50 per cent of the cost covered, with a cap of £15,000 per charging point. The grant can be applied for via the Environmental Protection Agency's e-service with a bank ID. Contact us and we will help you with the application free of charge.
Do we need to upgrade the power grid to cope with charging?
In most cases, no. With dynamic load balancing, the power is intelligently distributed between the chargers based on the available capacity of the property. ChargeNode's data shows that smart control can reduce power output by up to 50 percent compared to uncontrolled charging, eliminating the need for a grid upgrade in most cases.
How does the debit take place — does the association have to handle invoices to residents?
The No. With a modern charging solution, all charging takes place automatically. Each resident is identified via app or RFID card and pays for their actual consumption directly. The association receives ongoing reports and statistics but does not handle individual invoices. Debit is completely decoupled from the finances of the association.
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