Initiate the process to purchase and install EV charging early
Because of supply chain issues, it may take longer to purchase and install EV chargers. If EV charging infrastructure is installed after business licence renewal in fall 2025, a business may be subject to the higher business licence fee starting in 2026.
Details on how to update your business licence will be available on this webpage and shared with businesses next year.
We're updating business licenses for gas stations and parking lots in Vancouver to encourage them to provide electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This will help increase EV charging options across the city.
Business licence changes starting January 2026
Annual business licence fees will be $10,000 for:
- Gas stations
- Commercial parking lots with 60 or more stalls
Note Gas stations and commercial parking lots that have installed a specified amount of EV charging will have a significantly lower business licence fee.
The minimum charging specifications are:
- Gas stations: 50 kW (equivalent to a lower powered DC Fast Charger)
- Commercial parking lots: 26.6 kW (equivalent to four level 2 chargers)
- Gas stations may install EV charging off-site to qualify for the lower business licence fee
What you need to know
Review guides for EV charging at gas stations and parking lots:
