Can The Landlord Make Me Agree to Mow The Lawn Or Shovel The Walks?

You may agree with the landlord that you perform some of the landlord´s duties such as mowing the lawn or remodeling if (a) the agreement is set out in writing signed by the parties, (b) you are getting some benefit in return, and (c) the landlord is not trying to evade his or her obligations. § 76-1419(2)