Tenant asking to fix things and get a cut on rent

[Agustin Conti]

The tenant asked if he could paint the backyard patio and driveway (we have a rear entrance for cars from the alley). I said yes, and he mentioned that he would deduct the cost from the rent. I replied, asking him to send me pictures, and I would get back to him.

My understanding is that if the area is in bad shape, I need to maintain it. However, since he asked to paint it, I assume he wants to take the initiative. I will, of course, need to approve the color. Should I cover the cost fully, partially, or not at all? Attached are the pictures for reference.

Thanks,

[Chris Seveney]

Quote from @Agustin Conti:

The tenant asked if he could paint the backyard patio and driveway (we have a rear entrance for cars from the alley). I said yes, and he mentioned that he would deduct the cost from the rent. I replied, asking him to send me pictures, and I would get back to him.

My understanding is that if the area is in bad shape, I need to maintain it. However, since he asked to paint it, I assume he wants to take the initiative. I will, of course, need to approve the color. Should I cover the cost fully, partially, or not at all? Attached are the pictures for reference.

Thanks,

 This is not gonna end well. Do not hire them then you will argue about the cost or if you paint a driveway it’s not gonna hold etc

say thanks but it’s our policy to not have work done by a tenant . Thanks for the inquiry

also yes you are to maintain the property but also cosmetic components are not an absolute requirement to get fixed