Your management can change this for you. I suggest you put the request in writing. And, never disable your smoke detector in your apartment. With Spring approaching, summer is not that far off and some of us are already planning our vacations well in advance. Please take a quick look at the items below and keep them in mind.
Some people have others come in to water their plants, or feed their pets, etc.
You may purchase the use of one at your bank. They are inexpensive and if you can afford the vacation you can afford this precaution. This page accessed times.