r/mildlyinfuriating 1h ago

go to your room Are you serious?

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How is this fair ? Bay area.

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u/BetDry2347 1h ago

How do they even police that?

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u/BeeAppropriate1190 1h ago

Probably electrical meter usage throughout the day. Someone who works in office will see big dips in usage from 9-5 or whatever your schedule is. Landlord almost certainly controls the utilities.

u/FantasyFI 56m ago

What if you simply don't work but stay home all day? They seriously can't police what they are asking. They can't see whether you work (3) 12's or (5) 8's, whether you work nights or weekends. Etc.

It's unenforceable. If they tried to charge me, I'd just say, yeah I am at home but I am not working. That utility spinning is me gaming. Sorry it wasn't written in the lease.