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Detroit (water/sewer) late fee

Michigan · Municipal

Detroit (water/sewer) charges 5% for a residential water/sewer bill paid late.

Percentage fee
5% of the past-due balance
Can disconnect
Yes, for non-payment
Percentile
Higher than 51% of US utilities that charge a percentage fee

DWSD assesses 5% late fee on previous ending balance.

Source: https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitmi.localhost/files/2025-06/Service%20Fees%202025-26%20-%205.5x8.5.pdf

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