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StrategyMay 12, 2026·7 min read

EV Charging + Solar: The Next Revenue Line for Multifamily Owners

Solar turns the roof into revenue. EV charging turns the parking lot into revenue. The two share infrastructure — and demand.

The NOI Team, Rooftop solar revenue operators at NOI
The NOI Team
Rooftop solar revenue operators

The revenue

Level 2 chargers in urban multifamily generate $40–$120/mo per port in usage and reservation fees. A 100-unit property with 8 shared ports lands at ~$8K/yr net after electricity costs.

The solar tie-in

  • Shared electrical infrastructure (transformer capacity, panel space).
  • Solar-generated electrons cover most of the daytime charging load — improving margin per session.
  • Combined install is often 20% cheaper than two separate mobilizations.

The tenant angle

An EV-charging amenity moves rent premium $25–$50/mo in EV-heavy metros (SF Bay, LA, Seattle, Denver, DC). Retention improves noticeably among EV-owning tenants — a fast-growing segment.

Financing

Federal 30C tax credit covers 30% of EV charging infrastructure through 2032. Combines cleanly with solar ITC on a single project.


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The NOI Team, Rooftop solar revenue operators at NOI
The NOI Team
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We fund, install, meter, and bill rooftop solar for US landlords, BTR developers, and HOAs — then pay owners monthly.

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