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. Board of Equalization Hearings Commence

    The County's Board of Equalization meet in open session. Minimum session is three days; maximum session is four weeks. They may meet earlier if authorized by the County's Commissioners. (RCW 84.48.010)


    Assessor - March 10, 2011, 10:55 a.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. 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.

  5. County seeks volunteers for BOE and PFD

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is seeking volunteers interested in serving on two boards: the Lewis County Board of Equalization (BOE) and the Lewis County Public Facilities District (PFD) Board of Directors.Lewis County Board of Equalization (BOE)The BOE is made up of three regular, full-time members and three part-time alternates appointed by the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). It’s designed to provide an impartial and economical forum through which taxpayers can appeal determinations of the Lewis County Assessor’s Office. The board is separate from – and operates independently of – the Lewis County Assessor. BOE …


    Commissioners - Aug. 5, 2025, 4:31 p.m.

  6. Veterans needed to join Lewis County Veterans Advisory Board

    CHEHALIS – Lewis County Public Health and Social Services is seeking Lewis County veterans interested in participating as a member of the Veterans Advisory Board (VAB). The board makes recommendations to the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on the use of a veterans relief fund which supports indigent Lewis County veterans and their families with financial resources, shelter, food, utilities and transportation.Interested veterans are asked to fill out an application which can be found by visiting the “BOCC News” section at the bottom of the commissioners’ web page at https://lewiscountywa.gov/offices/commissioners/ or by visiting Lewis County Public Health and …


    News Room - July 14, 2023, 12:31 p.m.

  7. District seeks a volunteer for the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone Advisory Board

    The Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District is seeking a volunteer to serve on the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone Advisory Board, providing input and guidance on the Advisory Committee for a two-year term expiring Sept. 30, 2026.The Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee provides non-binding advice and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding solutions for reducing flood damage and to restore habitat for aquatic species within the basin. The group meets in the Lewis County Commissioners’ hearing room on the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 a.m.Application packets are available by visiting …


    Commissioners - Aug. 27, 2024, 3:44 p.m.

  8. District seeks a volunteer for the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone Advisory Board

    The Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District is seeking volunteers to serve on the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone Advisory Board, providing input and guidance on the Advisory Committee for a two-year term expiring Sept. 30, 2027.The Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee provides non-binding advice and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding solutions for reducing flood damage and to restore habitat for aquatic species within the basin. The group meets in the Lewis County Commissioners’ hearing room on the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 a.m.Application packets are available by visiting the …


    Commissioners - Oct. 21, 2025, 1:03 p.m.

  9. Board of Equalization Appeals

    Appeals to the County Board of Equalization must be filed by today or within 30 days of notification. County legislative authority may extend the deadline up to 60 days by adoption of local ordinance/rule. (RCW 84.40.038)


    Assessor - March 10, 2011, 9:45 a.m.

  10. 2016 Budget is Adopted by the Board of County Commissioners

    The 2016 budget was adopted on December 7th, 2015. This action culminates five months of collective work by all departments and elected offices in Lewis County. Budget meetings were held in September and October which allowed each elected official and department director to discuss their individual budgets with the County Commissioners. For any questions or comments on the budget please feel free to contact Budget Administrator, Steve Walton by phone at (360) 740-1209 or by email at steve.walton@lewiscountywa.gov. Copies of the detailed budget are available in the Budget Office located at the Lewis County Historical Courthouse, 351 NW North St. …


    Budget - Dec. 31, 2015, 11:16 a.m.