Is the tenant responsible for painting when they move out?
Is the tenant responsible for painting when they move out? Most landlords won't let you paint unless you agree to return the walls to their original (or a neutral) color before moving out. If that's the case you're in, your deposit is safe as long as you do the necessary repainting. Are tenants allowed to paint walls? As a property owner, you are required to keep the property safe and habitable. When the painted walls become unsanitary, it's your job to repaint the walls and restore a healthy environment inside the rental. If your tenants want to repaint the walls...