20 Herkimer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The three-story, four-unit building at 20 Herkimer Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Dale Degale, has a concerning history of pest management challenges, particularly regarding rodent control. Most recently, in late 2023, there were two reported incidents involving rodent sightings, both of which were processed through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

The building has experienced multiple rodent-related complaints and inspections over the past four years, with the most recent inspection in February 2025 showing a "Passed" result, though this comes after a series of interventions. Between 2024 and 2025, there were numerous bait applications and several instances of confirmed rat activity, suggesting an ongoing battle with rodent presence. In addition to rodent issues, the building has an open violation record regarding bedbug reporting requirements.

Since 2021, the property has received four separate notices of violation under the Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) related to the failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by HPD rules. While these violations date back several years, their open status as of April 2024 indicates they may still require resolution. The combination of rodent activity, which has necessitated multiple bait applications and inspections, along with the outstanding bedbug reporting violations, suggests significant ongoing challenges related to pest management and compliance with housing regulations at this property.