Summary:

Intrusive fans are causing problems at Carrie Bradshaw's iconic Sex and the City apartment building.
The building's owner wants to replace the chain link fence with a cast iron gate to deter fans.
Fans have been engaging in unwanted behavior, including taking flash photos, filming videos, and even vandalism.
The owner's application is under review by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission.
The situation highlights the tension between pop culture tourism and residents' privacy.

Carrie Bradshaw's Home Gets a Gate: Fans' Behavior Forces Landmark Decision

The iconic brownstone featured in Sex and the City as Carrie Bradshaw's apartment, located at 66 Perry Street in Greenwich Village, may soon be harder for fans to access. The building's owner has applied to the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission for permission to replace the existing chain link fence with a more substantial cast iron gate.

The owner cites persistent issues with intrusive fans who ignore the current barriers. Their behavior includes:

Taking flash photos at all hours
Loud chatter and social media posting
Filming TikTok videos
Climbing over the fence
Graffiti and vandalism

The owner states that they've tried to manage the situation for over 20 years, but the level of intrusion requires stronger measures to ensure the quality of life for residents.

The application for the new gate is currently under review. This decision highlights the conflict between celebrating pop culture landmarks and respecting the privacy of residents.

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This situation has reignited a conversation about balancing the appeal of filming locations with the rights of homeowners, and what actions should be taken to maintain peace and privacy for the residents of these highly visited filming locations.

Source: BBC.com