Some places have yearly inspections, so you'll need to keep the place tidy. You also can't do many of your own repairs, as per regulations, and would need to call maintenance.
I, however, do most of my own repairs. Everything except for fixing the drywall because I lack a step ladder. If I had one, this peeling plaster wouldn't be a constant issue, as I would get up there and fix it myself, and even repaint it. I have the materials, so why not?