Thousands more EV chargers will be installed across NSW if the government is returned to office next month, with red tape slashed and public transport hubs updated.
By removing barriers to the placement of private and public chargers the state could have 30,000 locations to plug into by 2026, according to Treasurer Matt Kean.
Currently NSW has just 1000 EV chargers, slowing uptake of the game-changing technology.
One of the features of the plan would be to reform strata rules making it unlawful to refuse reasonable requests to install chargers.
The Right to Charge strata reforms would give apartment owners willing to cover the cost and comply with strict safety requirements a fair chance to go electric.
Planning laws restricting the installation of public chargers on places like power poles and parking meters are also set to be changed within days.
"We know 30 per cent of drivers can't access off-street parking and will rely on public chargers, which is why we are cutting red tape to roll them out even faster," Planning Minister Anthony Roberts said.
Adding to the number of new chargers, the government will install charging points at public transport hubs including commuter car parks and train, bus and ferry stations.
Transport minister David Elliot said the government was set to begin the rollout, helping drivers who switch to electric save around $1000 a year in running costs.
"Commuter car parks are a great option for EV drivers to recharge while at work, making sure they can hit the road fully charged by the end of the day," he said.
Eight public transport hubs including Sydney's Emu Plains, Revesby, St Marys and West Ryde have been slated for the first round of charger rollouts.
Mr Kean said the government was already investing $209 million to ensure enough chargers for an estimated one million EVs on NSW roads by 2030.
"We want all drivers to be able to recharge whenever and wherever they need to, whether it's on a road trip, commuting to work or at home," he said.
Other initiatives to encourage EV uptake include scrapping stamp duty on EVs under $78,000, offering $3000 rebates for vehicles under $68,750 and allowing EVs to drive in transit lanes.
