571 50th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The 3-story, 6-unit tenement building at 571 50th Street in Sunset Park, owned by Zheng Zhang and constructed in 1907, has experienced persistent pest control issues over recent years, most notably with rodents. The property has recorded multiple instances of rat activity between 2022 and 2024, including recent inspections in April 2024 that confirmed rat presence.

Between July 2022 and October 2023, there were at least seven documented rodent-related service requests, with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene finding violations that required follow-up inspections. The building has also been consistently cited for failing to file mandatory annual bedbug reports from 2021 through 2024, following the Housing Maintenance Code requirements. The most recent bedbug report for the period of November 2022 to October 2023, filed in April 2024, indicated zero infested or eradicated units, suggesting a possible resolution of any previous bedbug issues.

Despite the building's age and historical significance as a New York Law Tenement, the persistent rodent activity remains a significant concern as of April 2024. The property has shown some responsiveness to pest control measures, with bait applications documented in August 2022, though these appear to have been reactive rather than part of a comprehensive prevention strategy. While the building's records indicate some improvement in bedbug management compliance, the ongoing rodent activity suggests continued challenges in maintaining a pest-free environment.