Tri-City builder, architect face lawsuit in school construction project
Source: https://www.tricitiesbusinessnews.com/, November 13, 2025
By: Ty Beaver
The Moses Lake School District is suing two well-known Tri-City companies, alleging design and building flaws that led to the closure of its new $18 million school.
The district accuses Fowler General Construction of Richland of improper and incomplete work and Design West Architects of Kennewick of failing to administer the project and notify the district of problems.
The district said it was forced to close the new school in April, citing numerous issues in court documents, including gaps appearing between boards in the gym floor, improperly installed fire suppression systems, school employees receiving electrical shocks, a defective roof that has led to water intrusion and more. Read more.
