Nebenkosten

OH YES! I was reading on the forum for English speakers living in Switzerland about apartments and stuff, utilities etc.. and I came across the word "Nebenkosten". I recall seeing this word somewhere towards the end of the university term, and I seem to remember thinking it probably meant 'surcharges' or some kind of 'additional costs'. HOWEVER! My research has led me to the word meaning 'utilities'. So, (once I see another copy of my apartment contract, anyway..) I will double check: but I think (and hope hope hope) that it means that utilities are included in the rent. That would make me very happy indeed.