A Philadelphia Water Department rate hike went into effect Monday and typical customers should expect to pay nearly $100 more a year with their average monthly bill increasing by 9.4%.

Community Legal Services, which takes on the role of the public advocate during rate change proceedings, recently reached an agreement that called for a reduction in hikes originally proposed by the the department and city while also investing in assistance programs geared toward low-income users. MORE: Port Richmond barbershop starts GoFundMe campaign after break-in

The water department released information Monday notifying customers that usage, service and stormwater charges will increase.

Service charges are based on the size of the line, usage charges are based on the quantity of water use

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