Tenant Requesting to Paint Unit?

[Jake Cowley]

A tenant asked me if she could paint the kitchen/bedroom in her unit. She's a good tenant who takes care of the property. Nothing in lease about this, what are pros & cons?

For those of you who have allowed tenants to do some painting did you regret the decision later? If so, why? What stipulations did you apply? Such as, did you say yes you can paint but you must return the walls to their original color before you vacate?

Any and all context/experience/advice welcome.

[Joe M.]

Hey Jake

My long term tenant asked if he could a year or so into his stay.  He is pretty neat so I figured it would be ok.  I just asked a few questions like what colors, etc.  He chose some neutral colors. I said have at it.  The house looks a ton better now because of it.  I really appreciated it.

My only way I would say no is if they want some funky color (or I would tell them they have to return it to orginal color before they move).  The other way I would say no if they dont plan on resigning another lease. 

I really try to work with my tenants to make them feel home