1. WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers

    Nail holiday gifting with a tool library membership! The average household generates 25 percent more garbage in the last 45 days of the year, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers want to help you reduce that amount of waste by gifting thoughtfully. Instead of another item that will have to be wrapped, unwrapped, and may just sit on a shelf unused, they suggest gifting a one-year membership to the MRC Tool Bucket Library (TBL).MRC Volunteers recently opened Lewis County’s first tool lending library, which is just like a book library, but members …


    Solid Waste - Jan. 23, 2021, 9:43 a.m.

  2. 2017 Sales for 2018 Assessments for 2019 Tax Year

    The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2017. Sales from 2017 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2018 for Taxes payable in 2019. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2018 is 1/1/2018. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2018 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2018. Citizens using this information should perform their own research to verify that each transaction is “arm’s length.” An arm’s length transaction is defined as “A transaction between unrelated parties under no duress.” (Appraisal Institute, …


    Assessor - Sept. 21, 2018, 3:35 p.m.

  3. Septic Program

    Updates to Lewis County Code 8.40, On-Site Sewage Systems LCC 8.40, 2025On August 26, 2025, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners approved an updated Lewis County Code 8.40, On-Site Sewage Systems. Please see the attached document for the updated code. While the new code has not been published as of yet, it is effective as of August 26, 2025. To request a septic system construction final inspection, please call the Septic Inspection line at (360) 740-1330. Applications & Fees Test Pit Guidelines Gravity Construction Standards List of Certified Professionals (Designers, Installers, Pumpers) Certified Professional Resources FAQ Onsite Septic Homeowners …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2018, 3:13 p.m.

  4. Contacting an Inmate

    Updated and EFFECTIVE January 6, 2021 Inmate Postal Mail To maintain the security and safety of the inmates and staff, all inmate postal mail (with the exception of Legal Mail, money orders, books, Court Documents, Bank Statements, & Publications) must be sent to the following address:Lewis County JailInmate Name - ID NumberPO Box 9122Seminole, FL 33775-9122Legal Mail, money orders, Court Documents, Books, Bank Statements, & Publications will continue to be sent to the facility directly at 28 SW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis WA 98532The Inmates Name and ID number must be clearly Printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard …


    Sheriff - Jan. 5, 2016, 7:21 a.m.

  5. 2014 SALES FOR 2015 ASSESSMENTS, 2016 TAX YEAR

    The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2014. Sales from 2014 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2015 for Taxes payable in 2016. The assessment/lien date for Assessment year 2015 is 1/1/2015. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2015 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2015. Citizens using this information should perform their own research to verify that each transaction is “arm’s length.” An arm’s length transaction is defined as “A transaction between unrelated parties under no duress.” (Appraisal Institute, …


    Assessor - April 13, 2017, 4:27 p.m.

  6. Prison Rape Elimination Act

    Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003 The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) is a federal law that prohibits sexual misconduct in correctional settings such as prisons, jails, lockups, juvenile facilities and INS detention facilities. Sexual misconduct under this law includes:Inmate -on -Inmate sexual assault and abuseStaff-on-Inmate sexual misconduct (sexual/inappropriate relationships with inmates)Inmate- on- Inmate and staff –on-inmate sexual harassmentThe Lewis County Jail (LCJ) is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for staff and inmates. LCJ has zero tolerance for sexual misconduct of any kind and will impose discipline for such misconduct, up to …


    Sheriff - Aug. 10, 2016, 8:53 a.m.

  7. Contact the Prosecutor

    This contact page is for general inquiries and comments. If you are seeking records pursuant to RCW 42.56 Public Records Act, please submit your request to our Public Records Office via the Records Center Portal at https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/public-records/For technical support please click here.Contact Information:Email: LCPAOContact@lewiscountywa.gov


    Prosecutor - Jan. 7, 2021, 4:11 p.m.

  8. Exemptions

    HOME IMPROVEMENT EXEMPTION: Physical improvement to a detached single family dwelling may be exempt from taxation for the three assessment years subsequent to the completion of the improvement, up to 30% of the value of the original structure; the home improvement exemption may be claimed only once in a five year period. Normal maintenance work does not qualify for this exemption. Notice must be filed prior to completion of the improvement being made on forms furnished by the Assessor. HISTORIC PROPERTY: Historic property exemption is for property which is listed in a local register of historic places created by a …


    Assessor - March 30, 2018, 9:55 a.m.

  9. Surface Water / Utilities

    The Surface Water / Utilities Section is responsible for the following functions: Reviewing applications of proposed developments for concerns impacting Public Works. Determining that stormwater submittals meet requirements of local stormwater regulations. Addressing drainage of public roads and right-of-ways. Providing hydrologic and hydraulic assistance within Public Works, and to other departments and programs. Obtaining agency environmental permits for Public Works projects. Evaluating adequate stormwater management measures to meet specific local, state, and federal requirements. Administering consultant contracts for specific water management and environmental projects. Applying for grants to fund surface water management and environmental project.


    Public Works - May 5, 2009, 3:42 p.m.

  10. Foodborne Illness Reporting

    FOOD ILLNESS REPORTINGThe CDC estimates that 48 million people get sick from a foodborne illness annually within the United States. To learn more about foodborne illness symptoms, causes, and prevention, visit Washington State Department of Health Information on Foodborne Illness.To help keep our community safe, please report any illness that you think may be related to a Lewis County public food or water source such as a restaurant, grocery store, campsite, public events or a catered event.REPORT A FOODBORNE ILLNESSIf you suspect you’ve gotten sick after eating food in Lewis County, please:Contact us to report your illness at (360) 740-1223 …


    Environmental Health - Sept. 19, 2024, 11:35 a.m.