SmartGov Online Portal
Click here to submit an application, check the status of a permit, or request an inspection.
Community Development
Lewis County offices will be CLOSED Monday September 7th 2026
Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observation of Labor Day. We will resume normal business operations on Tuesday, September 8th, at 8:00 am.
Our Mission
To ensure growth and development occurs in a manner that protects public health, safety, and welfare, supports community prosperity, sustains natural resources, and preserves the quality of life enjoyed by citizens and visitors of Lewis County, Washington. Learn more about how we will provide Great Service Daily through our Strategic Priorities.
How-To Training & Resources
Training on how to use the SmartGov portal and handouts to aid in the application process.
Building Inspections
View the daily inspection schedule or submit an inspection request
Online Records Search
View permit records for your parcel.
Burn Restriction Information
View current Burn Restriction Information.
Planning Applications Under Review
Notice for public comments for active applications being reviewed by the Lewis County Planning Department
Short Term Rentals
Information about the STR Registry process
Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments
Updates to urban growth area boundaries, plan policies and Title 17 and Title 16 regulations
Codes and Flood Regulations
Links to development regulations, building codes, and flood regulations
Newly Assigned Addresses & Private Roads
Recently assigned addresses and private roads
Building Permit Data
Recently issued building permits
Adopted Plans
Lewis County Comprehensive Plan, Shoreline Management Program, etc.
Boards & Commissions
Boundary Review Board & Planning Commission
News
Burn Ban Enacted
Community Development | August 03, 2026
Family Burial Grounds Public Hearing
Community Development | July 23, 2026