1. Administrative Office of the Courts Launches New Webpage to Aid Litigants Without Lawyers

    The Administrative Office of the Courts' (AOC) Equity and Access Program has recently launched Self-Help Washington (SHW) to provide accessible resources to help people without lawyers to navigate Washington Courts. SHW is an ongoing work in progress with more resources and topics having already been added since launch.Current topics and resources include:The Americans with Disabilities ActAdult GuardianshipGetting Legal HelpCourt Preparation TipsFinding Court RecordsConnecting with Courthouse FacilitatorsEviction and Housing IssuesVideo ResourcesTribal CourtsUpcoming features with include translation to multiple languages, a legal glossary, a list of language access coordinators, a visual case process guide and more.


    Superior Court - Dec. 2, 2025, 3:06 p.m.


  2. Daily Building Inspections

    We can not guarantee next day inspections at this time. Inspections must be sent in by or before 6:30AM on the day the inspection is requested for. If an inspection is requested after this time, it will be moved to the next business day. Please ensure the job site is ready with the approved construction plans, permit, and any necessary documents on site. Thank you for your patience and understanding.Thursday, April 2, 2026 (click to view inspections)


    Community Development - Feb. 5, 2019, 9:45 a.m.


  3. Newly Assigned Addresses & Private Roads

    Click to view addresses assigned by month. For questions related to address assignment, please contact the Lewis County Permit Center by calling (360) 740-1146.New Site Addresses AssignedJanuaryFebruaryMarchNew Private RoadsTrailhead LnAvondale LnEnclave LnLuce LnSarno LnBogey LnWinterhill LnBurbee LnTalon LnEagle Ridge LnSpirit LnBase Camp LnLegacy LnKitsa LnWhite Pine LnYuban LnSage LnYaro LnJenny Kay LnWoodberry Ln


    Community Development - Nov. 5, 2025, 3:09 p.m.


  4. Lewis County Alert

    Sign up for notifications HERE. (Existing users can login to change their preferences)Lewis County Alert is the County’s official Emergency Alert & Notification System for life-threatening situations and critical emergencies. This system is used to quickly deliver urgent information when immediate action may be needed, including alerts related to police and fire activity, severe weather, evacuations, public health threats, and other safety emergencies impacting Lewis County.Registration is simple and free, and you choose how you want to receive alerts—by text message, email, or phone call. Getting signed up ensures you receive time-sensitive information directly, helping you make informed decisions during …


    Emergency Management - April 5, 2016, 4:47 p.m.


  5. About Risk Management

    The Risk Management Department administers the County's self-insurance and claims programs. Risk Management's mission is to provide loss prevention and control programs and consultation, direction, insurance, and claims management services to Lewis County elected officials and departments to reduce or eliminate losses to property, liability, personnel, and net income.We believe that:Accidents and Injuries are preventableSafety can be managedSafety is an individual responsibilitySafety is a way of lifeNothing is more important than employee safetyRisk Management's primary activities are:Risk consultingInsurance procurement above self-insured retention levelsLewis County Self-Insured Fund management and financing for self-insured retention levelsAdministration of workers' compensation and unemployment claims (in …


    Risk Management - Feb. 22, 2013, 1:38 p.m.


  6. Communications Center

    ABOUT LEWIS COUNTY 911 COMMUNICATIONSLewis County 911 Communications has provided single source call taking and dispatching services to the citizens and first responders of Lewis County since the mid-1980s. Since that time, there has been evolutionary changes in the level of service, organization structure, and governance of the program.Lewis County 911 Communications provides three essential services for Lewis County. As the Primary Service Answering Point (PSAP), they receive and record all 911 emergency calls. The second essential function is dispatching the appropriate response agencies to each emergency. The Third essential function, Lewis County 911 Communications operates and manages the vast …


    911 Communications - Dec. 6, 2013, 11:02 a.m.


  7. Organics/Yard Waste

    Transfer Station Yard Waste Drop Off Curbside Organics Pick-Up Program WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter Volunteers Classes/Workshops, Become a Master Recycler Composter, Floral Street Sustainability Park City of Chehalis Organics Permit Program Other Yard Waste Options


    Solid Waste - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:47 p.m.


  8. Drug and Alcohol Treatment

    Lewis County Juvenile Court works closely with True North to rehabilitate youth who struggle with drugs and alcohol.True North tries to help youth understand harmful behaviors, find alternative solutions, and work towards a goal to better themselves.True North will accept referrals from anyone (remaining anonymous), then they work with the youth to get to the root of the problem and create an individualized plan to help the youth based on their own needs.To schedule an assessment or reach the Intake Line please call (360) 494-6867.For more information visit https://www.truenorth113.org/ or contact:Thurston County (360) 464-6873Thurston County (Yelm) (360) 458-62336005 Tyee Drive …


    Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:41 a.m.


  9. Informational Brochures

    Introduction to the Permit Process - Fact Sheet 1What is a Septic System & How Does it Work? - Fact Sheet 2Septic System Myths - Fact Sheet 3Safe Substitutes for Hazardous Household Products - Fact Sheet 4How do I Maintain my Septic System? - Fact Sheet 5What can go Wrong with a Septic System? - Fact Sheet 6Operation & Maintenance of Your Gravelless Drainfield - Fact Sheet 7Operation & Maintenance of Your Mound System - Fact Sheet 8Operation & Maintenance of Your Pressure Distribution System - Fact Sheet 9


    Environmental Health - Jan. 31, 2020, 9:58 a.m.


  10. Real Estate Services

    The Real Estate Services Division is responsible for land management of properties, right-of-way, mapping, and geographic analysis in support of the Public Works Department and for the County overall.The Division manages the Public Works Department's assorted sets of historical maps, surveys, road way files, field notes, engineer tracings/drawings, and aerial photos.These are being indexed and scanned to preserve the integrity of the originals and to increase their availability. Many scanned or original sets are available to research and view from within our offices.The RES Division runs the front counter of the Department -- coordinating permits, answering questions, guiding customers to …


    Public Works - Dec. 30, 2010, 11:41 a.m.