1. Notice of hearing regarding Ordinance 1372, which would repeal Ordinance 1354 and remove from Lewis County Code Chapter 8.80, which regulated sterile needle and syringe exchanges operating in Lewis County and made violations of the chapter a civil infract

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Jan. 28, 2026, 11:55 a.m.

  2. Visitation Information

    To sign up please go to HOMEWAV to set up an account. - Please register as soon as possible as it could take up to 72 hours (not including weekends/holidays) to be approved. Homewav has created a new multi-factor authentication process when visitors create a new account. This is to ensure the person creating the account is who they say they are. There are three ways a person can get their verification code: Text message, phone call or email. Para inscribirse por favor vaya al página de HOMEWAV y hacer una cuenta. Por favor inscribirse lo más pronto posible porque …


    Sheriff - Jan. 4, 2016, 10:54 a.m.

  3. Two-Connection

    Wells that serve two dwelling units or small businesses are by definition a Group B Water Supply. However, Lewis County Code 8.55 establishes reduced regulatory requirements for these types of water systems, LCC 8.55.020 (3). If the proposed water supply will serve two connections or less and does not provide water to 25 or more people per day, the following materials and information apply.Do you need help determining what type of well you have/are proposing? See the flow chart below and the requirements for each type of well in LCC 8.55.020 (3) TABLE 1:If the flow chart above said to …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 19, 2021, 12:54 p.m.

  4. Hazard Mitigation Plan

    The Lewis County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, is a countywide plan that identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural and manmade disasters. The plan is a comprehensive resource document that serves many purposes such as enhancing public awareness, creating a decision tool for management, promoting compliance with Washington State and Federal program requirements, enhancing local policies for hazard mitigation capability, and providing inter-jurisdictional coordination.The federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all local governments to create such a disaster plan in order to qualify for hazard mitigation funding.Lewis County tackled this planning effort on a region wide basis, …


    Community Development - April 20, 2023, 11:28 a.m.

  5. Pumper Info

    Pumpers are regulated by Lewis County Code 8.40.300 and 8.40.320.To submit a monthly pumping report, you may send them by email, mail, or in person.rae.sisson@lewiscountywa.gov125 NW Chehalis Ave Chehalis, WA 98532.Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Pumpers?The following criteria would need to be met:ApplicationNon-refundable Fee $335Current state registration certificate and bondFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW Chehalis Ave Chehalis, WA 98532.


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:52 p.m.

  6. 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.

  7. Installer Info

    For information regarding Installer Continuing Education Requirements (CEUs), please see LCC 8.4.320(2)(d).Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Installers?The following criteria would need to be met (see LCC 8.4.320):ApplicationNon-refundable $335 feeCurrent state registration certificate and bond in accordance with RCW 18.27 (Registration of Contractors)Passing Lewis County's Installers Test or Certificate of a passing WOSSA Test.We offer a complimentary study guide for Lewis County's Installers Test, which can be found here here: STUDY GUIDEFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:53 p.m.

  8. Outgoing Phone Calls

    In Custody youth currently on regular programming have a daily opportunity to use the telephone for personal calls during their recreational time. These calls are placed by the youth using the collect/prepaid phones in the youth’s assigned living unit. You may set up a Pre-paid account by visiting the website listed below or calling the 800 number for assistance.Length of phone calls may be limited based on the number of youth needing to use the phone.Youth are not required to place a call if they do not wish to do so.NCIC website for Family and Friends to set up a …


    Juvenile Court - May 18, 2015, 2:15 p.m.

  9. Solid Waste Advisory Committee is canceled for today (4/8)

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee meeting for 1 p.m. April 8 has been canceled.The Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) meets at 1:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of every other month in the new Lewis County Public Works Building, 57 W. Main St., Chehalis, WA 98532. The chairperson may elect to cancel the meetings occasionally or meet on an alternate date.Meetings are open to the public, and also offered online via Zoom. Here is a link to the Lewis County SWAC page, where you can find information on meeting agendas, packets, and minutes. Please contact the Lewis …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 9, 2026, 2:11 p.m.

  10. Fee Schedule

    Civil Title Service Provided Fee RCW Abstract of Judgment Filing $20.00 36.18.012(2) Abstract of Judgment Preparation $5.00$1.00 for each additional page 36.18.016(4) Anti-Harassment Petition Filing $53.00 36.18.020(2)(d)/10.14.040 Bail Bond Justification Filing $290.00 36.18.020(2)(a) Change of Name Filing $290.00 36.18.020(2)(a) Civil Case Filing Filing $290.00 36.18.020(2)(a) Committed Intimate Relationship (Meretricious Committed Intimate Relationship) Filing $310.00 36.18.020 Counter-claim, Cross-claim, 3rd Party claim - Exception - File in Existing Case File- In Unlawful Detainer Case- In Modification Case filed within original Domestic file- In original Domestic action- Includes Facilitator Surcharge $290.00$197.00$85.00$310.00 36.18.02036.18.020(2)(a)36.18.012(5)36.18.016(2)(a) Deeds of Trust, Surplus Funds Filing $290.00 61.24.080(3)36.18.020(2)(a) Election–Affidavit of Elector …


    Clerk - Oct. 8, 2015, 2:47 p.m.