Scholar's Book Hoarding Eviction Sparks Debate on NYC Housing
A New York City scholar known as Uminer faced eviction after accumulating thousands of books in his apartment, sourced from thrift shops, book dealers, and eBay. Despite his denial of being a hoarder, his building management disagreed. The case highlights tensions between intellectual pursuits and urban housing regulations.
Key facts
- Uminer is a scholar living in New York City.
- He acquired books from thrift shops, book dealers, and eBay.
- His building management considered his book collection hoarding.
- Uminer stated, 'I don’t think of myself as a hoarder, but I guess my building did.'
- The incident was reported by The New York Times on July 9, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Uminer
Institutions
- The New York Times
Locations
- New York City
- United States