park homes policy forum
gas
LPG or mains gas, mini tanks or bottles, rate per litre
do you pay for the gas through the park owner, is it metered?
Are there administration charges?
Check your contract.
key information on this page
1 written statement
2 basic contract terms
3 'in perpetuity'
4 utilities
5 park rules
gas
utilities
The resale of essential utilities can be be used as a vehicle for overcharging, so it`s essential to know what can and cannot be charged
Some park homeowners pay their bills directly to their energy supplier, or as part of their pitch fee. However, it is common for the account to be in the site owner’s name, with energy and water re-sold to residents on a pro-rata basis.
If so, there is a maximum amount the site owner can charge (the ‘Maximum Resale Price’). This applies to water and sewerage services too.
There is no Maximum Resale Price for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG or LP gas) in cylinders or bulk tanks. However, for gas and electricity, the Maximum Resale Price is the amount the site owner paid per unit of energy, including standing charges.
Your share of the total bill is calculated according to your individual consumption or, if you do not have a meter, other factors such as your floor space or household size. For advice on this issue, contact Citizens Advice Consumer Service.
Water Anyone reselling water or sewerage services should charge no more than the amount they are charged by the water company, plus a reasonable administration fee.
Maintenance costs for water or sewerage pipe work are not included in the resale price. These costs are usually recovered through the pitch fee or by separate agreement. For more information, see the Office of Water Services website which provides A guide to water resale - Information for household customers