Electric vehicle owners in conservation areas face new challenges after a ruling that could block essential pavement cable installations, potentially leaving drivers without charging infrastructure. The decision stems from concerns over the visual impact of cables on historic or protected streets, raising questions about balancing modern transport needs with heritage preservation. Authorities are now weighing how to accommodate EV charging while adhering to conservation regulations, leaving many unsure how to proceed. The conflict highlights growing tensions between environmental progress and heritage protection in urban planning.
Blow for EV drivers in conservation areas who need pavement cables The Times
