SmartGov Online Portal
Click here to submit an application, check the status of a permit, or request an inspection.
Alert – Fraudulent invoice emails have been reported by customers. Please be aware that all fee collection by Lewis County Community Development is done online through SmartGov or in person at the Permit Center, never through an attached pdf. If you receive an email from Planning.LewisCountyWA@usa.com, please do not respond and delete the email.
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.
Click here to submit an application, check the status of a permit, or request an inspection.
Training on how to use the SmartGov portal and handouts to aid in the application process.
View the daily inspection schedule or submit an inspection request
Notice for public comments for active applications being reviewed by the Lewis County Planning Department
Information about the STR Registry process
Updates to urban growth area boundaries, plan policies and Title 17 and Title 16 regulations
Links to development regulations, building codes, and flood regulations
Recently assigned addresses and private roads
Recently issued building permits
Lewis County Comprehensive Plan, Shoreline Management Program, etc.
Boundary Review Board & Planning Commission
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