Philadelphia Apartment Utility Billing
Submetering and Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) Regulations in Philadelphia, PA
Water
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Allowed (with restrictions)
Submetering
Allowed (with restrictions)
Gas
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Law is silent
Submetering
Law is silent
Electric
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Not allowed (with exceptions)
Submetering
Not allowed (with exceptions)
Philadelphia Information
- Philadelphia has a population of 1.57 million people.
- The average 2-bedroom apartment rents for $1,193 per month.
- Cold winters and hot summers result in high utility bills.
Multifamily owners concerned about their net operating income have some choices to make about how utilities are allocated to their multifamily properties and should be aware of local utility regulations.
Important Note
Information on this page was current at the time of publishing and is offered without warranty. Additional regulations and restrictions may apply. Our regulatory experts will provide the latest information free of charge.
Our utility experts work with multifamily owners to customize a program that works for you and your residents. In many cases, your out-of-pocket will be nothing. Have a free consultation with one of our experts to discuss the regulations in your area, your options, and how much utility expense you can recover.