How to Submit an Electrify Santa Monica Rebate Application

The Electrify Santa Monica Rebate Program is currently NOT accepting new applications as we roll into the new fiscal year. Please check back in at a later date.



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Please follow the steps below to apply for your rebate 

  1. Complete the application

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    The rebate program is currently on pause. Check back regularly for updates.

    For additional program details and rebate amounts, click here.

  2. Receive confirmation of rebate award and next steps

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    Staff will review your rebate application and contact you via e-mail with confirmation of your rebate award. Once you receive confirmation that your Electrify Santa Monica application has been approved, you must take the following steps:

    If you applied for a rebate for an EV charging station, you must work with a licensed contractor with a Santa Monica Business license to complete the permitting and installation process. Please submit proof of a permit application (your assigned permit number) within six weeks of your rebate award confirmation.  

    If you applied for a rebate for an e-bike or portable induction cooktop, no permit or inspection is required. Please submit proof of purchase within four weeks of your rebate award confirmation.  

  3. Inspection

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    If a permit is required for your project, your contractor will need to schedule an inspection with the Building & Safety Division after the project has been completed. If you experience delays in receiving your permit, please reach out to buildingandsafety@santamonica.gov with your permit number.  

  4. Submit documents to receive your rebate

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    Once you have completed your purchase or your project has been installed and the final inspection is complete, please submit the following documents to receive your rebate:

    • Proof of payment for equipment (paid invoice)
    • Proof of final inspection (if applicable)  

  5. Receive your rebate check

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    The City will confirm that all documentation has been received and then will issue the rebate check to the designated payee. Please allow 2-6 weeks for your rebate check to be issued. Payee will receive a Form 1099-MISC if the rebate amount given is equal to or greater than $600.