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A. A landlord may charge residents a reasonable fee to offset the cost of administration incurred by a landlord when he provides utility services to residents.
B. The amount of the administrative fee for utility services shall be fully and accurately disclosed in writing in a rental agreement, pursuant to the provisions of the introductory language of Subsection A of Section 47-10-14 NMSA 1978.
C. A landlord shall fully and accurately disclose in writing to a resident any increase in the administrative fee. The disclosure shall be provided to a resident at least sixty days prior to implementation of an increase in the administrative fee.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 47. Property Law § 47-10-21. Provision of utility services; administrative fee; disclosure requirement - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-47-property-law/nm-st-sect-47-10-21/
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