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Is Flatiron Building under scaffolding?

Partial

Partly: works are visible on part of it.

Scaffolding that wrapped the building for seven years started coming down on 8 April 2026, top first; the building is lit at night again. Lower-level removal and the residential conversion continue.

Flatiron Building, New York: the classic view
The photo you are hoping for: the classic view (taken 2010), not a current photo. Imelenchon (original work), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Current status

Status
Partial
Since
2019
Expected to clear
2026 to 2027
Last checked
2 Nov 2026
Source
New York YIMBY

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