Key facts
- Council scheme
- Tameside's cross-pavement solutions (XPS) policy sets out a council-owned, council-installed and council-maintained model. Residents would apply through the council website, and grant funding may help applicants with costs.
- Cross-pavement policy
- Only approved channels embedded flush in the footway, procured and installed by the council. Trailing cables are not an accepted alternative.
Charging an EV in Tameside without a driveway
Tameside Council has set out a cross-pavement charging policy to help residents without off-street parking charge at home.
How it's designed to work
- The council buys, installs, owns and maintains the approved channel
- Residents apply through the council's website
- Government grant funding may help reduce costs for applicants
- Only flush, embedded channels are allowed – no trailing cables
Check Tameside Council's website for when applications open.
Related: New pavement channel rules from 21 October 2026 · How to charge an electric car without a driveway · All council guides
Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026