When renting lodging on a long-term basis (e.g., weekly, monthly), the following expenses may be considered part of the lodging cost:
- (a) Rental cost for a furnished dwelling. If renting an unfurnished dwelling, the rental cost of the dwelling and necessary furniture and appliances (such as stove, refrigerator, chairs, tables, bed, sofa, television, or vacuum cleaner);
- (b) Costs of connecting, disconnecting, and using utilities;
- (c) Reasonable maid fees and cleaning charges;
- (d) Monthly telephone use fee (excluding installation and long-distance calls);
- (e) Monthly internet/wifi use fee (excluding installation); and
- (f) Other costs typically included in a hotel/motel room price in the area.