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After a lot of research, I bought a pair of the Grados. The are ugly but have fantastic sound!

No the property owner is not required to paint* when it needs a fresh coat, unless it is causing some sort of problem.

If you are planning to stay, you could always paint it the way you want it and hope the landlord likes it, forgets what color it was, etc. The worst that will happen is you will have to paint it back the way it was, or lose your deposit. I'm guessing that if it's rent controlled, and you let them know you are thinking of leaving, you could negotiate the return of your deposit despite any painting you might have done. They would have to repaint anyway after 12 years.

*Your Landlord Must Provide:

•Adequate and safe heat.
•Effective weatherproofing, including doors, windows and roofs.
•Housing free of garbage, cockroaches, rats and vermin.
•Plumbing and gas facilities in good order.
•Reasonable amounts of hot and cold running water.
•Adequate electric plugs and phone jacks.
•Stairs and common areas maintained in good order.

http://www.sftu.org/repairs.html