1. Board of Equalization

    ***For taxes payable in 2026, the filing deadline is Dec. 1, 2025*** Petitions filed after the filing deadline will not be accepted without a good cause waiver or a request to reconvene.Each parcel needs a separate petition form and you can file online at https://lewiscounty.formstack.com/forms/board_of_equalization_form About the Board The Lewis County Board of Equalization is an independent body of private citizens that hears and decides appeals related to property valuation and other determinations by the Lewis County Assessor. Appointed by the County Commissioners, the Board is established by the laws of Washington State and governed by the Washington State Department …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 12:55 p.m.

  2. Filing a Petition

    Real Property and Personal PropertyPetition Filing Instructions and Board of Equalization RequirementsFor a successful appeal please thoroughly read all information provided, particularly in the section ‘Evidence’ : Reasons Not ConsideredAssessment comparisons of other propertyPercentage of value increasesPersonal hardshipAmount of taxOther matters not directly related to the market value Evidence The issue before the Board is the market value of your property. You need to furnish evidence that demonstrates that the Assessor’s valuation exceeds your property’s fair market value. State law requires the Assessor to value all taxable property at 100 percent of its true and fair market value, according to …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 1:01 p.m.

  3. Personal Property

    Personal Property Personal property's primary characteristic is its mobility. It includes machinery, equipment and furniture associated with commercial, industrial or agricultural enterprises. Business inventories are exempt from property tax.Everyone who uses personal property in a business must complete a personal property affidavit by April 30 each year per RCW 84.40.185, RCW 84.40.190, and WAC 458-12-060. The affidavit must list the taxable property by category, as well as its cost and acquisition date. The assessor uses the affidavit to value personal property for taxes due the following year. Personal property tax rates are the same as for real property.Can I file …


    Assessor - March 28, 2018, 11:52 a.m.

  4. Real Property

    Real property is land and any improvements (such as dwellings, septic, power, water, driveways, and outbuildings) attached to the land. Land for valuation purposes is bare land only. We do not value trees, landscaping or vegetation on the land. Improvements for assessment purposes is everything that is added to the land (it is not to indicate that you improved the property).The assessor values real property using one or more of three professional appraisal methods using guidelines from the Department of Revenue and International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO):Market or sales comparison method uses sales to provide estimates of value for …


    Assessor - March 28, 2018, 11:52 a.m.

  5. List of Boards and Commissions

    911 Executive Board (Combined Users Committee)Advisory Committee to the Lewis County Board of HealthArea Agency on Aging Advisory Council (Lewis/Mason/Thurston)Board of EqualizationBoundary Review BoardCommunity Action Council of Lewis Mason and Thurston CountiesDistressed Counties Fund / Rural Economic Development Public Facilities Advisory Committee (.09)LEOFF Disability BoardLewis County Airport System Advisory BoardLewis County Civil Service CommissionLewis County Historical Society Board of DirectorsLewis County Law and Justice CouncilLewis County Salary CommissionLewis County Water Conservancy BoardLocal Criminal Justice Treatment Account PanelLocal Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)Lodging Tax Advisory CommitteeNoxious Weed BoardPacific Mountain Workforce Development CouncilPlanning CommissionPublic Facilities DistrictSolid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) RCW 70.95SWW Fair …


    Commissioners - March 29, 2016, 11:10 a.m.

  6. After Filing Petition

    Once a timely and properly completed Taxpayer Petition is submitted, it will be given a petition number, entered into the computer and a copy will be given to the Assessor's Office.This Board may not acknowledge receipt of Taxpayer Petitions. However, you will be notified when a petition is denied, untimely, or incomplete.The number of petitions filed will determine the number of months the Board will be in session to hold hearings on petitions. This can range anywhere from five to nine months or even longer.If you have not had a hearing prior to paying your taxes in the taxing year, …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 1:04 p.m.

  7. Paying Taxes Under Protest

    If you think your tax amount is too high, you can preserve your right to a tax refund by paying your taxes under protest. In order for this protest to be valid your property assessed value must change.There are two ways to appeal your property tax valuation:You may file a petition contesting your valuation with the County Board of Equalization. For information about how to file a petition, please click here.Filing a written protest at the time you pay your property tax will allow you to petition a case to superior or federal court. You must take further action to …


    Treasurer - April 22, 2009, 4:08 p.m.

  8. Treasurer's FAQ

    When are property tax statements mailed? Property tax statements are mailed approximately February 14 each calendar year. What is the mailing address for the Treasurer's office? Our mailing address is PO Box 509, Chehalis WA 98532. If you are sending us something via FedEx or UPS, you may use our physical address which is 351 NW North St, Chehalis WA 98532. What are the office hours of the Treasurer's office? Our office is open to the public Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. We are closed daily from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. When are my property taxes …


    Treasurer - April 12, 2016, 11:28 a.m.

  9. Volunteer roundup: Law and Justice, Veterans, Solid Waste, Water Conservancy Board

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is looking for volunteers interested in filling vacancies on several of its boards and committees, including the following:Lewis County Law and Justice CouncilVeterans Advisory Board (VAB)Solid Waste Advisory BoardIndividuals interested in any of these positions should submit an application and a letter of interest in one of the following three ways:By mail at 351 N.W. North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.Via email at committees@lewiscountywa.gov (include the committee name in the subject).In person at the Commissioners’ Office in Room 210 of the Historic Courthouse at 351 N.W. North St. in Chehalis.To applyFor an application, …


    Commissioners - March 31, 2026, 5:13 p.m.

  10. County seeks applicants for Public Health & Social Services Advisory Board

    The Lewis County Board of Health (BOH) is accepting applications from Lewis County residents interested in serving on the Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) Advisory Board. Applications are due by 3:00 pm on Friday, January 30.The thirteen-member volunteer board provides recommendations to the Board of Health on a variety of community health, environmental health, and social service issues. Three positions are currently open: one tribal member representative, one first responder representative, and one law enforcement representative.PHSS Advisory Board members are appointed by the BOH and serve three-year terms. Newly appointed terms will begin March 1, 2026. The …


    Public Health - Jan. 6, 2026, 12:59 p.m.