Temporary bookshelf walls to divide a room legally: A guide for NYC renters

… For countless budgetconscious renters in New York City temporary walls have long offered a way to subdivide an … privacy these additions are not allowed in many NYC rental buildings On the other hand freestanding bookshelfstyle …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 15, 2025 - 10:30AM
These 18 New York City landlords allow temporary walls

… their dream of living in New York City With the median rent of a Manhattan apartment now $3290 according to  … or those starting their careers However by installing a temporary or flexible wall you can flex a one bedroom into a … is key Brick Underground spoke to brokers to identify which building management companies allow temporary walls and what …

By Donna M. Airoldi |December 27, 2018 - 10:00AM