There isn't a sustainability problem in Texas, it's a regulation problem.

I would definitely go with a utility cap. 

So now we cover utilities for both units and the new tenant pays a higher amount too on the back unit to cover all the utilities with a great profit.  

The PM change the electric utility to the PM's name.

Right now the only utility at the garage is power so basically I am starting with a frame and a roof. 

hi all i am a new landlord and got my first rental property. tenants moved in in September and October. the first month was fine but when December hit it got extremely cold and the heating is electric. due to poor insulation in the home that we did not know about the heat has to be turned very high up to keep the home warm, however since everything is electric it is causing the electric bill to be $800. the utilities are the tenants responsibility. however because of this one of the tenants has been extremely non compliant with paying rent.

Is there a possibility of getting utilities to the place?

Utilities will be among the first in for cleanup actions. 

I’m exploring a few options and would love to hear your thoughts on each:Airbnb Rentals: Is short-term rental still a profitable and sustainable option given current regulations?

Leasing, technology, interest rates, sustainability, AI, etc?