., an exposed ceiling in the laundry/utility room requires a drop ceiling - a city inspector would typically not require this but the housing authority will). 

there was a sag in in the Florida room, (now dining room) ceiling, so I HAD to poke it with a stick. three hours later half of the house was gutted.

Oh and tile the ceiling.

We did outlets, light fixtures, light switches, vanities, ceiling fans, carpet, paint, all new windows, etc. 

Once you determine your position, that is your ceiling. anything else below that is icing on the cake.

Actually there are wall and ceiling options.

Spoke with a plumber and the only way to fix this issue is by cutting a whole in the ceiling of the 2nd floor unit and fixing the plumbing.

To do so, add a floor to ceiling kinda door.

Both are on the ceiling.  

I told him we were done and closed the doors.After that confrontation I called leasing office and complained about him banging on ceiling and making threats, to what lady responded with "ok, bye".