SmartGov Online Portal
Click here to submit an application, check the status of a permit, or request an inspection.
Community Development
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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
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
Lewis County Lifts Restrictions on Outdoor Burning
Community Development | October 14, 2025
Daily Building Inspection List Now Online
Community Development | April 03, 2019