{"id":1391,"date":"2025-08-07T14:22:34","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T13:22:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitsolar.energy\/?p=1391"},"modified":"2025-08-07T14:22:34","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T13:22:34","slug":"how-to-maximise-the-depot-charging-scheme-grant-before-the-deadline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/08\/07\/how-to-maximise-the-depot-charging-scheme-grant-before-the-deadline\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maximise the Depot Charging Scheme Grant Before the Deadline"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The UK Government\u2019s new <a href=\"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/what-is-the-uk-depot-charging-scheme-everything-fleet-operators-need-to-know\/\">Depot Charging Scheme<\/a> is a huge win for fleet operators\u2014but the clock is ticking.<\/p>\n<p>With up to 75% of your EV chargepoint installation costs covered (capped at \u00a31 million per organisation), this grant makes switching to electric vehicles far more affordable.<\/p>\n<p>But with the scheme closing on 28 November 2025\u2014or sooner if the \u00a330 million budget runs out\u2014acting fast is essential.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll show you exactly how to prepare your application, avoid common mistakes, and secure funding before it\u2019s too late.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is the Depot Charging Scheme?<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/find-government-grants.service.gov.uk\/grants\/depot-charging-scheme-1\">Depot Charging Scheme<\/a> is part of a \u00a363 million government initiative to expand EV infrastructure across the UK.<\/p>\n<p>It supports organisations installing electric vehicle charging points at their depots\u2014helping reduce the upfront cost of fleet electrification.<\/p>\n<p>The scheme:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Covers up to 75% of infrastructure costs<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Offers up to \u00a31 million per organisation<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Applies to fleet depots for vans, HGVs, and coaches<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Requires all works to be completed by 31 March 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is a one-time opportunity that complements the existing Plug-in Van and Plug-in Truck grants.<\/p>\n<h2>Step-by-Step: How to Secure Your Depot Charging Grant<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Check If You&#8217;re Eligible<\/h3>\n<p>You must be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">A UK-registered fleet operator with at least 12 months\u2019 operating history<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The owner of your depot, or have landlord consent to install chargepoints<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The owner, leaseholder, or purchaser of at least one battery-electric vehicle<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Able to show evidence of funding the remaining 25% of project costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You must also agree that the charging points will be primarily used by commercial vehicles.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Book a Professional Site Survey Early<\/h3>\n<p>To apply, you need to submit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">A supportive quote from a certified installer<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">A detailed infrastructure proposal with cost breakdowns<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Proof of grid capacity and\/or applications to the DNO<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fit Solar provides site surveys and DNO coordination as part of our<a href=\"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/ev-charge-point-installations\/\"> EV charger installation service<\/a>. We handle:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Electrical assessments<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Smart power management planning<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Compliant infrastructure designs<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Custom quotes that meet grant application requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>3. Get Landlord Consent (If Applicable)<\/h3>\n<p>If you lease your depot space, get written approval from your landlord confirming they support the proposed infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>This is often a sticking point\u2014sort it early to avoid delays.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Order Your Vehicle(s)<\/h3>\n<p>You must have at least one electric vehicle ordered, leased, or owned to qualify.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re using the Plug-in Van or Truck Grant, be sure to provide evidence in your application.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Ensure Grid Capacity<\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to confirm with your DNO that your site has\u2014or can support\u2014the necessary electricity supply.<\/p>\n<p>Without this confirmation, your application can\u2019t be approved. Fit Solar can help coordinate this as part of our install planning. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact one of our technicians.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Waiting too long to engage with installers<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Failing to confirm grid capacity in time<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Missing landlord approval<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Submitting vague or incomplete quotes<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Overlooking the 31 March 2026 completion deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t leave it too late. Suppliers will be in high demand as the deadline nears, and grid upgrades can take months.<\/p>\n<h2>How Fit Solar Helps You Maximise the Grant<\/h2>\n<p>As experienced EV charger installers, Fit Solar can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Carry out your site survey and electrical assessment<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Provide grant-ready quotes and designs<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Coordinate with your landlord and grid operator<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Handle the entire installation process, ensuring full compliance<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Offer long-term<a href=\"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/solar-pv-servicing-and-maintenance\/\"> maintenance<\/a> to keep your system running reliably<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We work with private companies, charities, councils, and NHS departments across the region\u2014and we\u2019re ready to support your application.<\/p>\n<h2>Final Reminder: Act Now<\/h2>\n<p>The Depot Charging Scheme closes on 28 November 2025, or earlier if the budget runs out.<\/p>\n<p>Installation must be complete by 31 March 2026. With grid and paperwork delays common, the best time to act is right now.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/contact-us\/\">Contact Fit Solar today<\/a> to arrange your site survey and take the first step towards a fully funded EV depot.<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The UK Government\u2019s new Depot Charging Scheme is a huge win for fleet operators\u2014but the clock is ticking. With up to 75% of your EV chargepoint installation costs covered (capped at \u00a31 million per organisation), this grant makes switching to electric vehicles far more affordable. But with the scheme closing on 28 November 2025\u2014or sooner&hellip;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1392,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":70,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1391","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-helpful-information"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1391","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1391"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1391\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1392"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1391"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1391"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/icerocketdesign.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1391"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}