Although the sales figures for electric cars in Spain are still well below those of other European countries, the accumulated registration data in the first half of the year is positive. One of the problems with electric mobility is the lack of a network of charging points that meets the needs of drivers.
Although not everyone has the same possibilities, some private drivers can install a charging point in their community garage for their private use and enjoyment. To install a charging point in the community garage, it is enough to notify them before starting the works, since the neighbors will not be able to oppose the necessary works. Of course, it is better to have an agreement because your other neighbor is interested and thus take advantage of the rush.
In some cases the installer, in others the community
If, when installing a charging point for our private electric car, it is necessary to increase the power of the electricity network contracted by the community, the debate remains open to answer who has to pay that extra cost.
Some experts are of the opinion that, according to what is specified in the law, it must be the owner who has installed it. Yes, in the Horizontal Property Law, it is explained that “the cost of said installation and the corresponding electricity consumption will be fully borne by the person(s) directly interested in it”.
Of course, if by chance it is the community of neighbors that reaches an agreement to install an electric car charging infrastructure for all neighbors and residents, the increase in power will be assumed by the community as a whole, even if there are neighbors who no low utility. In this case, those who do not use the facility will still pay for it with their community fees.
