I imagine you'd be a lot better off with a private landlord, I've done multiple grows in a rented flat (miller metcalfe), first time I didn't use a carbon filter... bad idea! the whole 3 storey building stank man.
I'd say be friendly, get a vibe for what the guy is like and go for it, just a warning though, being 6 weeks into flower and finding out you've got a visit coming ain't fun at all man.
peace, be careful.