1. Treasurer's FAQ

    When are property tax statements mailed? Property tax statements are mailed approximately February 14 each calendar year. What is the mailing address for the Treasurer's office? Our mailing address is PO Box 509, Chehalis WA 98532. If you are sending us something via FedEx or UPS, you may use our physical address which is 351 NW North St, Chehalis WA 98532. What are the office hours of the Treasurer's office? Our office is open to the public Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. We are closed daily from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. When are my property taxes …


    Treasurer - April 12, 2016, 11:28 a.m.

  2. Scope of the Treasurer's Office

    Treasurer's Mission StatementAdopted July 22, 2024To protect the management of public funds that have been entrusted to our care, to serve our taxpayers with respect and professionalism, while providing fiscally conservative investment and debt management guidance to Lewis County and its junior taxing districts. We strive to be a trusted source for the management of financial resources to better protect taxpayers and local government taxing districts.The County Treasurer holds a key position of public trust in the financial affairs of local government. Acting as the "bank" for the county, school districts, fire districts, water districts and other units of local …


    Treasurer - Dec. 29, 2014, 9:05 a.m.

  3. 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.

  4. Designated Forest Land

    RCW 84.33Land owners who wish current use assessment for property tax purposes on lands eligible for classification under the Designated Forest Land program must submit an application to the Lewis County Assessor's Office by December 31st. Applications taken in the calendar year prior to December 31st are inspected in the next year and either approved or denied. If the application is approved, it is taxed in the subsequent year. It takes two years after application for it to affect your taxes.Provided that acreage is being used as originally intended, valuation of land for tax purposes under the Designated Forest Land …


    Assessor - April 4, 2018, 4:31 p.m.

  5. Open Space Act

    RCW 84.34Land owners who wish current use assessment for property tax purposes on lands eligible for classification under the Open Space program, must submit an application to the Lewis County Assessor's Office by December 31st. Applications taken in the calendar year prior to December 31st are inspected in the next year and either approved or denied. If the application is approved, it is taxed in the subsequent year. It takes two years after application for it to affect your taxes.Provided that acreage is being used as originally intended, valuation of land for tax purposes under the Open Space Act is …


    Assessor - Dec. 11, 2015, 9:57 a.m.

  6. Paying Taxes Under Protest

    If you think your tax amount is too high, you can preserve your right to a tax refund by paying your taxes under protest. In order for this protest to be valid your property assessed value must change.There are two ways to appeal your property tax valuation:You may file a petition contesting your valuation with the County Board of Equalization. For information about how to file a petition, please click here.Filing a written protest at the time you pay your property tax will allow you to petition a case to superior or federal court. You must take further action to …


    Treasurer - April 22, 2009, 4:08 p.m.

  7. Senior / Disabled Persons Exemption

    If you are a senior citizen or disabled person in need of property tax assistance, you may be able to take advantage of the property tax exemption program.For information on the Washington State Department of Revenue's guidelines for the Senior/Disabled Person's Exemption click here for the Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons publication. Once the exemption is granted, it does not need to be repaid. Eligibility Requirements Age or Disability By December 31 of the assessment year, you must be any of the following:At least 61 years of age.At least 57 years of age and the surviving …


    Assessor - Dec. 9, 2015, 4:50 p.m.

  8. 2016 SALES FOR 2017 ASSESSMENTS, 2018 TAX YEAR

    The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2016. Sales from 2016 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2017 for Taxes payable in 2018. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2017 is 1/1/2017. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2017 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2017. 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 - Oct. 26, 2017, 3:16 p.m.

  9. 2012 SALES FOR 2013 ASSESSMENTS, 2014 TAX YEAR

    The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2012. Sales from 2012 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2013 for Taxes payable in 2014. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2013 is 1/1/2013. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2013 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2013. 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 - Oct. 15, 2014, 10:55 a.m.

  10. 2011 SALES FOR 2012 ASSESSMENTS, 2013 TAX YEAR

    2011 SALES REPORTED BY MARKET AREAThe following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2011. Sales from 2011 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2012 for Taxes payable in 2013. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2012 is 1/1/2012. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2012 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2012.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 …


    Assessor - May 8, 2014, 2:24 p.m.