1. Recording Requirements

    This information is intended to give a general idea of the requirements for recording documents. It may vary depending on the document. Please call (360) 740-1165 for further information.Effective January 1, 1997, the first page of all documents presented for recording must include:A three inch margin at the top and a one-inch margin on the sides and bottomA return addressThe title of the instrument (i.e. : Deed of Trust)The reference number of documents assigned or released (if applicable)Name(s) of Grantor and GranteeAbbreviated legal description with Lot, Block, and Plat or Section, Township and RangeAssessor's tax parcel numberIf your document does …


    Auditor - June 30, 2011, 4:37 p.m.

  2. Property Taxes May Be Paid by ACH

    How to Pay Your Property Taxes By ACH You may sign up to pay your taxes by ACH. This allows the treasurer to pay the taxes from your checking or savings account on tax due day. If you sign up, it is important that you notify the treasurer when you close that account. Remember to keep the information you submit and remember you do not have to pay your taxes - we will do it for you.ACH Auto Pay InstructionsACH Auto Pay ApplicationACH Auto Pay Change FormACH Auto Pay Cancellation Form


    Treasurer - Oct. 30, 2009, 9:14 a.m.

  3. Long time Lewis County Engineer retires after 40 years of public service

    Lewis County Commissioner Sean Swope, left, Tim Fife, Commissioner Lindsey Pollock and Commissioner Scott Brummer. Geoff Soderquist, left, and County Engineer Tim Fife. CHEHALIS – The design and construction of many of the roads and bridges in Lewis County passes the desk of County Engineer Tim Fife. Over the past decade, Fife has overseen dozens of projects with a keen eye on being fiscally responsible while also providing quality construction and maintenance on 1,042 miles of county roads. As the County Engineer, Fife performs oversight on drainage and diking districts as well.Fife retires this week after approximately 40 years in …


    News Room - Sept. 21, 2023, 4:12 p.m.

  4. Tax Foreclosure Sale Information

    The 2026 Tax Foreclosure Sale will be held online on January 15, 2026 on GovEase.com.Minimum Bid SheetTerms of SaleNotice of Tax Judgment Sale


    Treasurer - Jan. 6, 2016, 1:05 p.m.

  5. Lodging Tax (tourism promotion) grant application

    Please click here for the 2026 application.For questions about lodging taxes or the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, please call 360-740-1120 or send an email to tourism@lewiscountywa.gov.>> Current Lodging Tax Advisory Committee membersLewis County Commissioner Scott Brummer (non-voting member)Dean CroshawHarry BhagwandinDi MorganRyan SouthardBrett BurrowsStevan Mayer


    Commissioners - March 17, 2016, 3:28 p.m.

  6. Senior or Disability Exemption

    For information regarding Senior or Disability Exemptions, please contact the Lewis County Assessor at (360) 740-1392. You may also click here for more information.


    Treasurer - Feb. 17, 2016, 2:45 p.m.

  7. Personal Property Filing Forms Due

    Personal Property Listing Forms due - postmarked by Personal Property listing forms are due to the county Assessor. Postmarked by 4/30/2011 or delivered to the office on or by 4/30/2011 at 4:30 pm. Questions, call 360-740-1392 for information.


    Assessor - March 9, 2011, 4:52 p.m.

  8. Forest Land and Current Use Farm and Agriculture Application Approvals

    Applications for Forest Land designation (RCW 84.33.130) and Current Use Farm and Agriculture Land (RCW 84.34.035) are considered approved unless the County Assessor has notified the owner otherwise.


    Assessor - March 10, 2011, 9:30 a.m.

  9. New Small Works Roster Project - Area 5 Fence & Gate

    A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Prospective bidders must be Contractors in good standing on the Lewis County Small Works Roster. Signed quotes shall be emailed to Ray.Shipman@Lewiscountywa.gov or mailed to 2025 NE Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA, 98532, by 4 pm on 01/03/2018. Access the details and necessary documents, and get on the planholders list here.


    Public Works - Dec. 20, 2017, 8:56 a.m.

  10. BOCC Legal Notices


    Commissioners - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:16 p.m.