Tennessee American Water asks for rate increase

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee American Water company is asking regulators for a rate increase.

If approved, they say it should cost about $4 more per month on customers’ water bills.

Their last rate increase was approved a dozen years ago.

Part of this year’s rate filing includes a new program for an affordability tariff.

It means if you fall near the poverty line, you qualify for lower rates.

The Tennessee Public Utility Commission must approve the rate increase.

The rate request process could take several months the commission gets public input before making their decision.

Customers can give feedback by submitting written comments or by attending a future public meeting.