"Pho Gabo Owner Eddie Dong Plans Lawsuit Against Portland Over Odor Ordinance"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KATU
Eddie Dong, owner of Pho Gabo in Portland, plans to sue the city following the closure of his restaurant due to complaints about the smell of grilled meat. The city's odor ordinance has been criticized as "subjective," and Dong's lawyer filed a notice of intent to sue, citing economic and personal damages. Despite the city's suggestion to install a filtration system, Dong chose to close the restaurant due to fines and uncertainty about future complaints. As a result, he's facing financial stress and his landlord has listed the building.