1. About the Sheriff

    MESSAGE FROM THE SHERIFF: As your Sheriff, I am proud to serve the citizens of Lewis County. The Sheriff’s Office continues to seek out opportunities and ways to make Lewis County a great place to live, work, and send our kids to school. The Sheriff’s Office supports the Sheriffs' Mentoring Students Program, a way for our employees to interact within our local schools and to provide an example of a positive role model. We proactively seek out those individuals who wish to commit crime in Lewis County with the implementation of the Sheriff’s Enforcement Team. The Sheriff’s Office motto Public …


    Sheriff - Jan. 27, 2015, 8:49 a.m.

  2. Appraisal Department

    State law requires assessors to value property at 100% of its true and fair market value in money, according to the highest and best use of the property. All real and personal property is subject to tax unless specifically exempted by law.Real PropertyPersonal Property


    Assessor - Jan. 7, 2015, 11:04 a.m.

  3. Behavioral Health

    Request a Naloxone Training Interested in an opioid overdose & naloxone training for your organization or for a community event? We offer both in-person and online trainings via Teams.For questions or to schedule, contact Caroline Garibay at caroline.garibay@lewiscountywa.gov. Learn More Safe Medication ReturnGet NaloxoneOpioid & Overdose Prevention Education Behavioral Health Providers and Services American Behavioral Health SystemsCascade Community HealthcareCommunity Integrated Health Services (CIHS)CORE HealthDestination Hope & RecoveryEugenia CenterGather ChurchGreat Rivers Behavioral Health(Listed as Lewis County Regional Behavioral Health AdvocatesNational Alliance on Mental Illness - NAMI LewisNew Directions CounselingTrue North ESD 113Valley View Public Health & Social Services Contact Caroline GaribaySocial …


    Public Health - July 17, 2015, 1:22 p.m.

  4. Court Records/Records Requests

    The Clerk's Office dockets, maintains and archives all documents filed in Lewis County Superior Court. This includes the following case types: * Case Type Public Access 1 Adult Criminal Open unless sealed by court 2 Civil Open unless sealed by court 3 Dissolution Open unless sealed by court 4 Probate/Guardianship Open unless sealed by court 5 Adoptions/Paternity Confidential 6 Mental Illness Confidential 7 Juvenile Dependencies Confidential 8 Juvenile Offender Open unless sealed by court Open files may be reviewed by the public at the Clerk's Office on the 2nd floor of the Law & Justice Center. Photocopies of documents are …


    Clerk - March 22, 2016, 8:05 a.m.

  5. Junk Vehicles

    . HULK VEHICLESIf you do not have the title to a vehicle that you wish to have removed from your property for scrap, one of our Code Compliance Officers can inspect and issue Hulk Vehicle Affidavits for vehicles within the boundaries of Lewis County which meet the definition of "Hulk vehicle" or "Junk vehicle", meaning a vehicle certified under RCW 46.55.230 as meeting at least three of the following requirements:(a) Is three years old or older;(b) Is extensively damaged, such damage including but not limited to any of the following: A broken window or windshield, or missing wheels, tires, motor, …


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  6. Preparing an Appeal

    Comparable sales You may obtain comparable sales information from records at the Assessor's Office, from realtors, or title companies. Select sales that are "arm's length transactions" of properties which sold closest to the assessment or appraisal date of your property. The best sales comparisons are sales of your property or sales of similar properties located in your area or neighborhood.For each comparable sale you use, be sure to include the parcel or account number, the address of the property, the date of sale, and the sale price. Also include comparable characteristics of the property. Comparable characteristics to consider are: Land, …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 12:57 p.m.

  7. Documents & Forms

    Excise Tax Instructions Instructions for REET AffidavitInstructions for Processing Deeds in Lewis CountyBelow is a link to the Washington State Bar Association website where you may obtain blank legal forms for property transfers:Blank Legal FormsDisclaimer: The Treasurer's office cannot advise you on which document to use or how to fill it out, please consult an attorney if you have questions regarding these forms. Excise Tax Forms Note: Although acceptable in Lewis County, the following excise tax forms may not be accepted in all counties. Please check with your county before completing these forms. Please print and complete four copies of …


    Treasurer - Jan. 7, 2016, 11:39 a.m.

  8. Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up Project

    Over time, portions of the existing Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundaries have developed mapping irregularities, split parcels, and boundary inconsistencies. These issues can lead to confusion in land use designations, planning decisions, and long-term growth management. The UGA cleanup effort is designed to correct these discrepancies and ensure the boundaries accurately reflect adopted plans. By improving mapping precision and clarity, this process supports more consistent planning and development decisions moving forward, including future annexation. MaterialsScope of Work2026-03-10 Planning Commission Staff Report & Attachment Get InvolvedThe public is invited to attend an open house on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 5:00–7:00 …


    Community Development - March 2, 2026, 2:15 p.m.

  9. Planned Growth Committee

    The Lewis County Planned Growth Committee is providing options for public access to the meeting: in person, online and by phone. Planned Growth Committee meetings take place at the Community Development Environmental Health Building, 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis in the CD Conference Room (see the front counter for directions). The public may also participate via Zoom using the information in the agenda.Agenda - 08/20/2025 17.15_UGA_Cities


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:35 p.m.

  10. Planned Growth Committee

    The Lewis County Planned Growth Committee is providing options for public access to the meeting: in person, online and by phone. Planned Growth Committee meetings take place at the Community Development Environmental Health Building, 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis in the CD Conference Room (see the front counter for directions). The public may also participate via Teams using the information in the agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 02/18/2026


    Community Development - Jan. 14, 2026, 3:23 p.m.