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Regulatory Matters (Details)	6 Months Ended
Regulatory Matters (Details)	Mar. 31, 2021
NEW YORK
Regulatory Matters [Line Items]
Approved Return on Equity	8.70%

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Percentage of public utility's approved return on equity.

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