Communal EV Charging Tariff
In partnership with Zaptec
An end-to-end communal EV charging solution for shared parking. Helping landlords and developers offer smart, affordable charging to tenants without driveways.
What is the Communal EV Charging Tariff?
We’ve partnered with Zaptec to introduce the Communal EV Charging Tariff, an end-to-end energy solution that powers shared parking spaces with smart EV charging.
This 1-year tariff is designed for developers, landlords, and management companies. It works seamlessly with commercial meters and Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go2 chargers, providing scalable and future-proof installation with a single-cable setup. The tariff offers bespoke time of use prices with off-peak unit rates, allowing savings of up to 50% overnight through shared infrastructure - helping everyone save on costs1.
Smart pricing, real savings
Enjoy bespoke time of use prices, with off-peak unit rates as low as 15p/kWh2 from midnight to 7am, every day.
Lower setup costs
Reduce power inlet pillar costs from £400 to just £40 a month, making communal EV charging more affordable for developers and landlords.
Flexible charging for every user
Each tenant can control when they charge though an app, providing personal flexibility without needing private hardware.
Built for shared spaces
Works seamlessly with Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go 2, providing scalable and future-proof installation with a single-cable setup.
Am I eligible for the Communal EV Charging Tariff?
We’re launching this tariff as a pilot to learn more about how we can support shared EV charging. To sign up for this tariff you’ll need
- A Zaptec EV Charger
Only Zaptec Pro or Zaptec Go 2 chargers are supported. Other brands, including Hive chargers, aren’t compatible.
- Communal EV charging
The EV charger must be installed for shared use in communal or public parking areas (not for individual or private driveways).
- Commercial smart meter
You’ll need a SMETS2 commercial smart meter dedicated to the EV charging point. If you don’t have one, you can request an upgrade to a smart meter.
- Your MPAN for your charging point
Have the Meter Point Administration Number (MPAN) for your charging point ready when you apply.
Get a quote for a Communal EV Charging Tariff
Frequently asked questions about Communal EV Charging Tariff
What is communal EV charging?
EV charging installed in shared or public locations to serve multiple tenants or homeowners.
Is this only for Zaptec chargers?
Yes, specifically the Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go 2 EV chargers.
Does this work with Hive chargers?
No, Hive chargers are not compatible with this tariff.
Does this EV tariff use green electricity?
Yes, our electricity is Zero Carbon3 as standard, and you can benefit from 100% Natural Renewable Electricity4 at no extra cost when you start or renew onto a new contract by 31 March 2026.
How much does EV charging cost with the Communal EV Charging Tariff?
We offer bespoke time of use prices, which mean unit rates are as low as at 15p/kWh during off-peak hours2 (midnight to 7am). Shared infrastructures also lowers setup costs, from £400 to just £40 per month - making communal EV charging more affordable for developers, landlords, and residents
What happens after the 1 year contract ends?
Your meter moves to our standard renewal pricing. We'll send a bespoke quote for renewal 90 days in advance of your contract end date.
Additional information
This is a one year energy contract, applicable for the Commercial Smart Meter that provides electricity to a Communal Charger. This offer does not include Communal EV Chargers that utilise electricity from a Landlords Supply that provides Electricity to other aspects of Regulated and Non-Regulated Energy Supply for a Landlord in a multiple dwelling building.
Standard British Gas business terms and conditions apply.
Saving based on comparison between the Zapmap Public Charging Index rate and Communal EV Charging Tariff at time of writing (October 2025).
Prices shown are illustrative only, and available on request at point of quotation. All prices are subject to bespoke customer requirements and changes in UK wholesale electricity costs. Terms and conditions apply.
We offer Zero Carbon Electricity for Business Fixed Price Plans. Backed by Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin and nuclear declarations. Helping to deliver on the UK's climate commitment and supporting our aim to help our customers achieve Net Zero by 2050. Excludes the British Gas Lite product.
100% Renewable Electricity: Every unit of electricity British Gas supply to you during your contract will be matched to electricity from a natural renewable energy source and we will hold the necessary number of Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) as evidence of this supply. British Gas will use reasonable endeavours to purchase enough REGOs to match 100% of the electricity you use on this tariff. However, failure to do so will not constitute a breach of contract by British Gas or give rise to you having the right to terminate the supply contract. In the event something changes, and British Gas can no longer guarantee a renewable supply we will write and let you know. Excludes the British Gas Lite product.
