WHITE PAPER: Cost Analysis for EV Make-Ready Infrastructure

This white paper explains how Chicago condominium associations can implement EV make-ready electrical infrastructure in large parking garages at a predictable cost of approximately $800 to $1,000 per space. It defines make-ready infrastructure using shared charging zones, shows how association-funded upgrades create equitable future charger installation costs for all residents, and breaks down engineering, construction, and permitting expenses under real Chicago retrofit conditions. The paper also explains how electrical capacity and load-managed Level 2 charging influence cost and scalability, helping boards understand why early planning avoids higher future retrofits and uneven owner costs.