Ditch the delivery dead zone, all hail crumbly brick walls, and more

Worth considering when eyeing a new 'hood: is there a delivery dead zone like there is on the Upper West Side? (West Side Rag)

A compelling argument that your shabby brick walls are perfect just the way they are (Apartment Therapy)

Good news if you've got a rent-stabilized pad: you're in for your lowest rent hike in years (Gothamist)

Would you pay extra to live in a building with a garden that's off-limits to residents? (NYT)

Or, would you rather live in a converted Brooklyn church? You've now got more options than ever (DNAinfo)

You'll be able to rent (or at least apply for) affordable apartments in the Greenpoint Landing project, eventually (DNAinfo)

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