(a) "PEV" means a plug-in electric Vehicle or Motor Vehicle, as defined in Codified Ordinance Chapter 402, that can utilize an external source of electricity (such as a wall socket that connects to the power grid) to store electrical energy within its onboard rechargeable battery packs, to power an electric motor and help propelling the wheels.
(b) "EVSE" means an electric vehicle supply equipment, as defined in the National Electric Code, is the installation and/or maintenance of AC Level 1, AC Level 2 and AC Level 3/DC Level 2 Charging Stations. Any required building permits, electrical permits or other applicable permits shall be obtained prior to the location, construction, installation, or operation of EVSE in the City of Lyndhurst.
(c) "Charging Station Pedestal" means the component of EVSE comprised of the individual distribution pedestal and cable(s) serving one or two public or private parking spaces which permits the transfer of electric energy (by conductive or inductive means) to a battery or other storage device in a PEV. Charging Stations are outlined as follows:
(1) AC Level I chargers use a standard I 20V household outlet, but provide slow charging speeds, usually a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours.
(2) AC Level 2 charging stations require a 240V outlet and charge in approximately four to ten (10) hours.
(3) AC Level 3/DC Level 2, known as DC Fast Charging Stations, charge in approximately thirty (30) to forty-five (45) minutes.
(Ord. 2024-12. Passed 5-6-24.)