This document provides an overview of making communities ready for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs). It discusses PEV readiness programs from the Department of Energy and California Energy Commission. It identifies five key actions for communities to become PEV ready: 1) update zoning and parking rules, 2) update building codes, 3) streamline permitting and inspection, 4) participate in training and education, and 5) conduct outreach. The document also discusses measuring success, resources for communities, and additional readiness actions.