The second tariff system contains a fixed charge and a variable part which is based on metered consumption.
For certain types of routine work, the Treasury Solicitor may apply a fixed charge.
That is, a fixed monthly late charge of $20 was allowed by the courts, while $50 on a rent of $405 was deemed excessive.
Such tariffs may offer a lower volumetric rate and higher fixed charges to reflect the lower costs of serving large users.
Banks may charge their customers a fixed monthly charge for the provision of the account.
Little wonder, then, that the burden of fixed charges on business is rising and that, simultaneously, the prospects for an early recession have also increased.
Crown set off will not apply if the credit is secured by a valid fixed charge on book or other debts.
Many costs, including taxes, debt payments and profits, are considered fixed charges in the setting of rates in Canada.
Perpetual preferred stocks carrying a cumulative fixed charge are hybrid instruments.
The toll is likely to be a fixed charge, possibly graduated for vehicle type, or for distance on long routes.