Changes proposed to Portland’s controversial ‘odor’ city code: ‘Level the playing field’

The proposed change in city code comes after a Northeast Portland restaurant was forced to close after numerous complaints and fines.

PORTLAND, Ore. — A controversial “odor” ordinance in the city of Portland could be changing. This comes after a Northeast Portland restaurant was forced to close its doors in February after being fined multiple times when a neighbor complained about the smell of cooking food.

Eddie Dong, the owner of Pho Gabo, chose to close their location at Northeast Fremont Street and 74th Avenue as fines mounted. A city inspector said Dong could purchase an air filtration system for around $40,000 to address the issue but couldn’t

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