landlord special

noun2

1. •
   (informal) An inadequate repair made to a rented property by the landlord or owner.

   • The landlord special door is white. It has panels, either one, two, four, or six. It is extremely unsatisfying to use, owing to its extremely light weight, but its perfidy goes far beyond that. — 2024
2. •
   (informal) Doorknobs, hinges, electrical outlets, etc. that have been painted over by a landlord.