Denver E-Bike Rebate: Eligibility, Waiting List, and Redemption

The Denver e-bike rebate gives qualifying city residents a $675 point-of-sale discount on a new standard e-bike in 2026, with larger amounts available for adaptive models. Stack it with Colorado’s $225 state e-bike tax credit on the same purchase and your total savings reach $900. The discount comes off the price at the register at a participating Denver bike shop, so there is no reimbursement to wait for.¹

Adaptive e-bike riders get more: $625 from Denver for a standard adaptive bike ($850 with the state credit) or $1,175 for an enhanced adaptive bike ($1,400 with the state credit). The combined city and state discount cannot exceed 80% of the bike’s purchase price and does not cover sales tax.²

Who Qualifies in 2026

You must live in the City and County of Denver and be at least 16 years old.² The rebate is for individuals. Businesses, nonprofits, and commercial fleet buyers are not eligible.¹

New for 2026, the standard rebate carries a household income cap set at the area median for your household size:

1 person: $98,100
2 people: $112,100
3 people: $126,100
4 people: $140,100
5 people: $151,400
6 or more people: $162,600

In prior years, any Denver resident could claim the standard rebate regardless of income.¹

The rebate is one-time. If you have already redeemed a Denver voucher in a past year, you cannot get another. If you received one and let it expire without redeeming, you can apply again in 2026.¹

Which E-Bikes the Voucher Covers

The rebate applies to new Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 e-bikes with a motor of 750 watts or less and two or three wheels with fully operable pedals. Used and refurbished bikes do not qualify, even when sold through a participating shop. E-moto bikes that go above 750 watts or 28 mph, full-suspension mountain bikes, and anything with a gas motor are also excluded.¹

Cargo e-bikes qualify if they have an extended frame (long-tail, long-john, or box-bike) structurally integrated into the bicycle and either a published cargo capacity of at least 100 pounds or a design that carries one or more passengers alongside the rider.²

For the adaptive tiers, submit one of the following with your application: a letter from a doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, physical therapist, or occupational therapist stating you need an adaptive bicycle; documentation of disability from a government agency, such as an SSDI award letter; or a state-issued disability parking placard or registration.¹

One note on the state credit if you plan to stack: Colorado requires the e-bike to carry UL 2849 or EN 15194 safety certification.³ Denver’s rebate does not list that requirement, so a bike can qualify for the city voucher without qualifying for the state discount. Ask the shop before you commit to a model.

Documents to Have Ready

Gather these before the application window opens:

Government-issued photo ID (Colorado driver’s license, passport, or military ID)
Proof of Denver residency dated within the last 60 days (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement)
Income documentation for the standard rebate: tax returns, pay stubs, or proof of enrollment in SNAP, TANF, LEAP, or Medicaid
Adaptive documentation if applying for the adaptive tier

The application asks for your full legal name, current address, household size, and total annual income to confirm you fall under the income cap for your household size.¹ Blurry uploads can trigger automatic rejections, so check that your scans are legible.

Release Dates and the New Waiting List

Denver releases vouchers in scheduled rounds through its online portal until the annual budget is exhausted. The 2026 release dates are:

Tuesday, May 19 at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 7 at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, September 8 at 11:00 a.m.

Each round is first-come, first-served and typically fills within minutes.¹ Have your documents uploaded and information ready before 11.

If vouchers run out during a round, the system now adds remaining applicants to a waiting list rather than turning them away. When issued vouchers go unredeemed and expire, they get reissued to people on the waiting list in the order they applied, with an email notification if a spot opens.¹ That is a change from prior years, when missing the window meant waiting for the next round.

Approved applicants typically receive a digital voucher by email within about ten business days of being approved. The email contains a unique code tied to your profile. Check your spam folder, because the clock on redemption starts when the voucher is issued.

Redeeming the Voucher

You have 60 days from the date of issuance to use the voucher. It cannot be extended or reissued once it expires. The voucher is non-transferable, so you must visit the shop in person with your government-issued photo ID.¹

Vouchers are only valid at participating brick-and-mortar bike shops that have an agreement with the city. Online purchases do not qualify, and the city requires participating retailers to have a physical location that can service the bikes they sell.¹ The shop takes the discount off the invoice. You still owe sales tax, calculated separately. The voucher covers only the e-bike itself, not accessories like helmets or locks.

You Must Keep the Bike for Three Years

The e-bike must remain in your possession for at least three years. Selling or transferring it before that period ends violates the program’s terms and conditions.¹

Fix-a-Flat Credit

Separate from the purchase rebate, Denver offers a one-time $50 credit toward flat tire repair on your e-bike at a participating shop.¹

1
City and County of Denver. Electric Bike Rebates
2
City and County of Denver. Frequently Asked Questions – Denver Rebate
3
Colorado Energy Office. E-Bike Tax Credit