If we rent a house, are we legally obliged to pay for water and sewage?
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If we rent a house, are we legally obliged to pay for water and sewage?
Asked on July 25, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
A lease is a contract between two parties - landlord and tenant - and the terms of the contract can be negotiated so this is not a "yes" or "no" question. Some rentals include same in the rent and some do not. However, the legal obligation - who the county will come after - to pay is always the owner of the proeprty but they can request an increase in rental income to cover charges. Good luck.
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