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Can I add additional water charge to the rent in MYC

Steven M

started a topic over 9 years ago

I will be making a new lease for new tenants. Can I add additional $30.00 in addition to rent in a NYC Lease for "water charge" for 2 people. This is estimated based on 2 people in each apartment and half of the bill comes out to about $30.00 monthly even though I get bill every 3 months of about $180.00. I only have one meter therefore can't give exact. What is the law regarding this. thanks for your help

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Derrick D

said over 9 years ago

If you are going to add the water bill to the amount in the lease just add it as an increases rent price. Think of it like when a place has tax included in the price of a product. It is a rounded figure that includes everything with out having to have an exact amount.

Akash D

said about 9 years ago

Hey Steven M I help run my uncles building and that same problem has happened to me. I found out a better solution to prevent water loss over a period of time. I was able to save 30% per apartment per year on our water bill with the help of the water scrooge http://thewaterscrooge.com/landlord/ 516-545-0311 its helped us save over $500 per apartment per year.