Electric driving is on the rise. More and more people are switching to electric cars. The Municipality of Apeldoorn is preparing for this by significantly expanding its network of public charging points over the coming years. In this way, we are contributing to a sustainable future and ensuring that charging remains accessible to everyone.
Public charging points in Apeldoorn
The aim is to establish a nationwide charging network by 2030. Apeldoorn is setting up a basic network to this end. The public charging points are intended for electric cars that cannot be charged on private property.
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Frequently asked questions about charging points in the neighbourhood
We are also installing charging points in anticipation of expected growth. This ensures that there will be sufficient charging facilities in good time for residents and visitors who do not have their own driveway.
A charging point is reserved exclusively for electric cars, but these cars do not take up space elsewhere. This helps to keep parking pressure in balance, even as the number of electric vehicles increases.
Yes. We select locations carefully, taking into account how they fit into the wider landscape, sightlines, pedestrian routes and green spaces.
One of the factors we take into account when deciding where to install charging points is usage data. If a charging point is consistently in high demand, we sometimes install a second one – within 250 metres – to avoid queues. However, we also install additional points with a view to anticipated future demand.
We always look for the most technically suitable location: close to the mains supply, safely accessible and with sufficient space. Suggestions are welcome, but not every location is suitable.
Public parking spaces are for everyone. A charging point is intended for charging, not for long-term parking. This ensures the space remains available for those who need to charge their vehicles.
Sometimes yes, sometimes no. In all cases, you can lodge an appeal via the official appeals procedure following the traffic decision. In some neighbourhoods, public participation is possible at an earlier stage.
Yes. They meet strict national and international standards and are installed and maintained by certified installers.
Yes. We always ensure there is at least 90 cm of clear walking space, including for pushchairs, walking frames and wheelchairs.
Not everyone has that option. Visitors, care workers and other users also need public charging points.
We install charging points based on anticipated demand, requests from residents and usage data. In this way, we are building a future-proof network.
Yes. Public charging points are for anyone with an electric car. The space is intended for charging, not for long-term parking.
Yes, on this map you can see where existing charging points are located, which ones are in the pipeline, and where new charging points will be installed in the future.
Once a decision has been made, there is a 6-week period in which to lodge an objection. Depending on whether an objection is lodged, we aim to have the charging point installed within 6 months. Installation depends on the contractor, but also on the energy supplier who must connect the charging point to the grid. That is why it can sometimes take a little longer.
Occupying a charging point without charging is an offence, and this is enforced. The signage at the charging points states that the spaces may only be used to charge an electric car.
If you have an electric car but are unable to charge it on your own property, you can apply for a charging point near your home.