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Iconic ‘Sex and the City’ brownstone installed in West Village to curb fan frenzy

by NY Review Team
Iconic 'sex And The City' Brownstone Installed In West Village

An iconic brownstone in the West Village served as Carrie Bradshaw’s fictional home. sex and the city It has become a source of frustration for nearby residents and its owners, prompting calls for new gates to be installed to deter tourists.

What we know:

The brownstone at 66 Perry Street continues to attract crowds. sex and the city Decades after the show premiered, it still has fans. Tourists and influencers regularly visit the site, often ignoring “no trespassing” signs as they cross the chain to take photos and create social media content.

Neighbors and building owners have reported problems including trash, property damage and constant disruption.

NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 03: Sarah Jessica Parker attends the Sex and the City sequel ‘And Just Like That’ at the West Village on November 3, 2022. ” Appeared on the set of Season 2. New York City. (Photo by James Devaney/GC Images)

This week, the building’s owners received approval from the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission to install cast iron gates to replace the current chains to reduce disturbances.

Back story:

The building’s owners said they only allowed the use of the stoop for filming as a courtesy to location scouts who said they would lose their jobs if they didn’t secure a location and didn’t know what kind of show they would get. spoke. Bringing popularity to your doorstep.

Decades after the show first aired, the property remains a hot topic for fans and a headache for its owners and neighbors. Despite various attempts to keep visitors away, including signs and fences, the site continues to attract tourists.

What’s next:

Approved cast iron gates will be installed soon. While respectful fans of the show are still welcome to admire the site from afar, the new gates are intended to restore some peace to residents on the block.

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