RDRS-DT-01 · Defined Term 22

Non-Cost-Reflective Charge

Any dog-related charge materially higher than its genuine cost, or structured to discourage dog ownership rather than recover real cost.

Definition

Any dog-related charge materially higher than its genuine cost, or structured to discourage dog ownership rather than recover real cost.

Part of the Roch Dog Residence Standard (RDRS-01) · Published by Roch Dog

Any dog-related charge materially higher than the genuine cost it represents, or structured to discourage dog ownership rather than recover real cost.

Such a charge is non-conformant, however it is labelled. (This replaces the earlier headline term "deterrent charge.")

Roch Interpretation

A charge priced well above its real cost, or built to quietly put dog owners off, is a ban in disguise. The label on it makes no difference.

Examples

Compliant Every dog charge is set to recover a genuine cost and no more, so none functions as a deterrent.
Not compliant A 'pet premium' is priced far above any real cost specifically to discourage dog owners from applying.

Used in requirements

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Published by Roch Dog Inc RDRS-DT-01 · Last updated 2026-05-23