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Hayward (water/sewer) late fee

California · Municipal

Hayward (water/sewer) charges 10% for a residential water/sewer bill paid late.

Percentage fee
10% of the past-due balance
Grace period
21 days
Can disconnect
Yes, for non-payment
Percentile
Higher than 82% of US utilities that charge a percentage fee

City rate schedule: 10% late penalty; bills due 21 days after bill date.

Source: https://www.hayward-ca.gov/sites/default/files/2025-09/PWUES-2025-Water-and-Wastewater-Service-Rates-Effective-250701.pdf

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