Seattle Apartment Utility Billing
Submetering and Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) Regulations in Seattle, WA
Water
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Allowed
Submetering
Allowed
Gas
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Law is silent
Submetering
Allowed
Electric
Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS)
Allowed
Submetering
Not allowed
Seattle Information
- Seattle has a population of 688,000 people.
- The average 2-bedroom apartment rents for $2108 per month.
- Utilities are lower than the median US.
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.