I thought he meant the light is a rental then i thought would anyone even rent a light.If it’s a rental then take it back and get one that works.
So i think he means his house/ apartment is a rental so doesnt want 2 holes in 2 ceiling which is very considerate.
But every rental ive had i just do what i wanted and made safe and tidy and when left just left it in good shape.no landlord ever complained and not for 2 little holes in ceiling that bit of poli filler will solve ^_^