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The following design guidelines, except subsection (3) of this section, do not apply to fleet facilities or private electric vehicle charging stations with restricted access:

(1) Parking Regulations.

(a) Electric vehicle charging parking spaces are reserved for charging electric vehicles only. Any vehicle not charging is subject to a fine or removal.

(b) Electric vehicle charging parking spaces are subject to any noticed parking restrictions.

(2) Design Requirements for Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations.

(a) Signage shall state that the parking space is reserved for charging electric vehicles and that if a vehicle is parked and not actively charging it may be subject to fine or removal.

(b) Each electric vehicle charging station will notice the following:

(i) Usage fees;

(ii) Voltage/amperage;

(iii) Limited charge/parking times;

(iv) That no high-value metals are in the electric vehicle charging stations;

(v) Phone number for reporting problems with equipment.

(c) Electric vehicle charging stations shall contain a retractable or wrapping cord storage mechanism to protect from damage and maintain clear access for vehicles and pedestrians.

(d) Electric vehicle charging stations may be surrounded by a protective barrier, like a curb stop or bollard, to protect equipment and maintain clear access aisles.

(e) Vegetation shall be maintained a minimum of two feet away from charging stations, and any trees shall be pruned to maintain a minimum distance of eight feet from any electric vehicle charging station.

(3) Design Requirements for Cord Management in the Right-of-Way.

(a) Where a driveway or garage is available, electric vehicles shall not park in the right-of-way for charging purposes.

(b) Where a charging or extension cord crosses a pedestrian pathway or sidewalk, a rubber cord cover must be used to mitigate the tripping hazard.

(c) Charging equipment and any associated cords shall remain free of vegetation, standing water, and other hazards.

(4) Design Requirements for Public Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities. When a development provides electric vehicle charging stations serving six or more electric vehicles at one time, the following is required in addition to the provisions in this section:

(a) Signage. Universal electric vehicle charging wayfinding directional signage from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) shall be installed to guide motorists from major routes and corridors to electric vehicle charging facilities.

(i) Highway signage shall utilize the D9-11b Federal Highway Administration design;

(ii) Local road signs shall utilize the D9-11b Federal Highway Administration design with MUTCD-approved directional arrows.

MUTCD D9-11b

(b) Lighting. Facilities shall provide lighting in compliance with Section 10.495(1)(b), Illuminance.

(c) Heat Management Plan. To mitigate the effects of extreme heat on battery charge times and overall electric performance and efficiency, a heat management plan shall feature at least one of the following elements:

(i) Weather protection canopies covering electric vehicle charging stalls; or

(ii) Solar photovoltaic canopies covering electric vehicle charging stalls; or

(iii) Light colored pavement with a solar reflective index of at least 29.

(d) Amenities. Where an electric vehicle charging facility is more than one-quarter mile from Downtown Medford, the following amenities shall be provided either directly on site, or adjacent to the site through a contractual agreement:

(i) Bathroom facilities;

(ii) Appropriate disposal containers for trash, recycling, and hazardous waste (such as sharps);

(iii) Potable water fountain or filling station; and

(iv) If applicable, signage directing patrons to the above facilities if located on an adjacent property.

[Added Ord. No. 2022-137, Dec. 1, 2022.]