Operating Cost Statement

The operating cost statement is an overview that details the costs incurred for using an apartment or house. This includes costs for water, heating, waste disposal, and janitorial services. For example, when you live in an apartment and receive a statement at the end of the year, you can see whether you paid too much or too little for these costs.

Practical relevance: For residents in Germany, it is important to check the operating cost statement, as they have the right to request access to the documents. There are often deadlines within which the statement must be created, typically within 12 months after the accounting period ends (§ 556 BGB). Common mistakes include tenants not checking the statement in time or failing to file objections promptly.