Chicago Apartment Utility Billing
Submetering and Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) Regulations
Submetering and RUBS in Chicago, IL
Water
| Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) | Allowed |
| Submetering | Law is silent |
Gas
| Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) | Law is silent |
| Submetering | Not allowed |
Electric
| Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) | Allowed (per State) |
| Submetering | Law is silent |
Chicago Information
- Chicago has a population of 2.7 million people.
- The average 2-bedroom apartment rents for $1,320 per month.
- Harsh 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.
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