In this part, the following definitions shall apply:
    (1) An applicant is a utility system, either water or wastewater, which seeks Commission approval for a rate increase for service to its customers.
    (2) Customer classification refers to that service provided by the utility at rates which reflect a difference between types of customers, such as residential, industrial, wholesale, or general.
Rulemaking Authority 367.121 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 367.121. History-New 11-10-86.