Heater of Seabrook, Inc. v. Public Service Commission

TOAL, Justice:

In this rate case, Appellant Heater of Seabrook, Inc. (“Heater”) appeals the circuit court’s order affirming the Public Service Commission’s denial of Heater’s request for an increase in its water and sewer rates. We reverse, finding the Public Service Commission (“Commission” or “PSC”) abused its discretion in several respects.

Factual/Procedural Background

Heater is a utility company providing water and sewer services to the Town of Seabrook Island (“Town”). On January 13, 1994, Heater filed an application for an increase in its water and sewer rates. Consumer Advocate Steven…