California | Real Estate Law
10/04/08, 12:45 am
Legal Question
Can I make my renter pay water, sewer & trash?
I rent a small house to a single man.
He's been there for a number of
years and has never had a rent raise.
With the cost of everything going up,
I was wondering if it was legal in
California to change the terms for my
month-to-month renter and have
him be responsible to pay for the
water, sewer and trash. These bills
would be put in his name. I know I
could always raise his rent, but
instead, I'd like him to be responsible
for his own trash and water and
sewer use. My city bills each
category (water, sewer, trash)
separately, 3 or 4 times a year.
Thanks for any help.
Dee Dee
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