Common use of Payment of Utility Charges Clause in Contracts

Payment of Utility Charges. Lessor shall make all necessary and reasonable efforts to have a separate utility meter installed with an account in Lessee's name, for gas and electricity for the Premises by the commencement date of this lease. Lessee shall be responsible for paying all utility charges for the account in Lessee's name for the use of gas and electricity to the Premises during the term of this lease, any early termination, or any extension thereof. If a separate utility meter for gas and electricity cannot be installed, Lessee shall pay to Lessor the difference between the current month's utility charge, less the average monthly utility charge for the property for the preceding twelve months, which Lessor agrees is a reasonable and fair charge, for the use of gas and electricity to the Premises during the term of this lease, any early termination, or any extension thereof. Lessor shall provide Lessee with access to the trash dumpster located on the southeast corner of the property. Trash removal is to be provided by Lessor, at Lessor's expense.