Is stupid for my tenant to ask this questions?

[Tina Lee]

For a tenant who is living in one of unit of 50 units building in New York area. Everyone here knows if you want to park your bike you should rent a biking space on biking room.

He asked me: are we allowed to park bikes in the back courtyard area

I am like Isn’t common sense not to store anything on common area?

This is the same tenant who would negotiated for $5 rent difference in rent renewal.

Is there is way to reply to him : this is stupid questions without yelling actual word?

I am thinking of ignoring him. Am I over-react?

[Richard F.]

Aloha,

Even though it may seem like you are dealing with children, in fact, you are running a business. Respond in a Business-like manner, in writing, and without emotion. "NO outside storage is allowed per your Rental Agreement/House rules dated xx/xx/xxxx. Violation of these terms/rules will result in X."

By the way, ALL Tenants are looking for freebies, so you might consider a PM if this is driving you over the edge...