All residents shall live in: An apartment which is: Negotiated by the agency for independent living purposes; Inspected and approved for occupancy by the appropriate agencies for the local jurisdiction in which it is located; and Occupied overnight with no more than two occupants, both of whom are residents of the agency private independent living program; and A living arrangement approved by the Administration prior to the implementation of this chapter according to the requirements of COMAR 01.04.04.12. All residents shall maintain the apartment in a manner which: Reflects positive self-esteem; Is free from: Garbage; Debris; Dirt; Drugs; Drug paraphernalia; Offensive odors; and Clutter; and Prevents damage, marring, theft, or destruction of apartment property. The agency shall document that it has communicated regularly with the apartment management that: The apartments shall be regularly: Painted; Pest controlled; and Repaired of faulty equipment; Public areas shall be cleaned and maintained; and Resident complaints shall be addressed in a timely and efficient manner. The agency shall negotiate a payment accommodation with the rental organization which: Provides that the agency shall pay the rent in accordance with a lease; or Arranges that the resident shall pay the rent in accordance with a lease. The agency shall have and follow a written policy concerning a resident's: Payment for damage caused or allowed by the resident to the apartment; and Restitution by the resident for the resident's theft of or damage to property of the agency's: Staff persons; Residents; or Corporation.