Water / Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement - City of Columbus, Ohio

Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement is a legal document that was released by the Department of Public Utilities - City of Columbus, Ohio - a government authority operating within Ohio. The form may be used strictly within City of Columbus.

FAQ

Q: What is the Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement?
A: The Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement is an agreement between the City of Columbus, Ohio and the tenant of a property, where the tenant assumes responsibility for the payment of water and sewer bills directly to the City.

Q: Why would a tenant sign a Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement?
A: A tenant may sign the agreement if they prefer to directly receive and pay their water and sewer bills instead of having the charges included in their rent.

Q: Does signing the agreement mean the tenant is responsible for past due bills?
A: No, the agreement only applies to future water and sewer bills. Any past due bills would still be the responsibility of the property owner.

Q: How does the Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement affect the property owner?
A: Once the agreement is signed, the property owner is no longer responsible for paying the water and sewer bills for that particular tenant.

Q: Can a tenant opt out of the Water/Sewer Tenant Direct Billing Agreement?
A: Yes, a tenant can opt out of the agreement by notifying the City of Columbus in writing.