Strata

How an Innovative App Solved an EV Dilemma

• Published August 2, 2024
• Articles, Stories
• Strata, Property Management, Electric Vehicles, EV Charging, North Vancouver
• 2 min read

In the Lower Lonsdale area of North Vancouver, British Columbia, a property manager named Alex was responsible for several aging condo buildings, each bustling with diverse and dynamic residents. As electric vehicles (EVs) grew in popularity among these residents, Alex faced a unique challenge: the buildings weren’t designed for EV charging. Residents used standard electrical outlets in the parking areas for overnight trickle charging, which led to disputes over electricity consumption and strata fees due to the inability to track or estimate power use from these sessions.