Utility Rate Classifications and Group Homes as "Residential" Customers

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In the public utility industry, classification as a residential customer may result in consumer protections otherwise not available, as well as bill-payment assistance and lower total monthly bills. Residents of group homes for disabled persons would benefit from their group homes being considered residential for public utility rate classification purposes.

By Roger D. Colton From March - April 1999