1. Animal Neglect & Cruelty

    If you feel an animal is being neglected, please contact the Lewis County dispatch non-emergency line at 360-740-1105. To initiate the process of investigating, reporting parties are encouraged to leave their name and phone number for easy follow up or for further questions regarding what they are reporting. It is not mandatory to leave your name and number, if you wish, you may remain anonymous.Lewis County Code 6.05.010


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

  2. Juvenile Court Newsletters

    July 2021 August 2021 September 2021 The Lewis County Juvenile Court is happy to announce the first month of our new Juvenile Court Newsletter.Click on our new issue below to view our new art education programing, facility renovation plans, education engagement efforts, and staff introductions.July Newsletter Click on our new issue below to view our Lewis County Probation Officer roles, the groundbreaking work within our community, segments on the voice for the helpless and every child counts, followed up by updates within our department.August Newsletter Click on our new issue below to view our renovation details, local stories, our Detention …


    Juvenile Court - July 29, 2021, 12:17 p.m.

  3. 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.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 06/18/20252025 OFM EstimatesLewis County Draft Critical Areas Ordinance


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:34 p.m.

  4. Visit the SWW Fair and play the Passport to Lewis County Public Services game!

    Saddle Up for the Southwest Washington Fair to play the Passport to Lewis County Public Service game! Here's how to play: Pick up a passport upon entry to the fair at the Guest Services Building (the information gazebo), answer questions at 12 Lewis County booths to get your passport stamped for daily prizes and grand prizes at the end of the fair! Visit the featured fair locations between 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. daily, answer the questions, and get your passport stamped. One completed passport per person, per day. Turn in completed daily passports at the Guest Services building (where …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 12, 2025, 9:57 a.m.

  5. Permit Center Lobby Closed

    The Community Development and Environmental Health building will be closed from NOON to 5pm on December 31st. You may apply for permits online through SmartGov or call 360-740-1146 for assistance during this time. However, no walk-in applications or payments will be accepted.


    Community Development - Dec. 22, 2025, 2:56 p.m.

  6. 25-084 Approve interlocal agreement between Lewis County Coroner's Office and Mason County Coroner's Office for the use of the Lewis County Coroner's Office autopsy facility.

    Please see the attached agreement.


    Commissioners - March 27, 2025, 3:41 p.m.

  7. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 05/07/2025Meeting Notes - 05/07/2025Onalaska Subarea PlanOnalaska Zoning ProposalLewis County Comprehensive Plan Internal Review Draft


    Community Development - April 4, 2025, 4:51 p.m.

  8. Information for Attorneys

    ContractsBelow are the 2025 contracts for Superior, District, and Juvenile Court.If you are interested in being a Public Defender please email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov with your resume and references.LC Superior Court 2025 ContractLC District Court 2025 ContractLC Juvenile Court 2025 ContractConflict AttorneysConflict attorneys are paid at an hourly rate DOQ. Below is the 2025 Conflict Contract. If you are interested in taking conflict matters in Lewis County, please email public.defense@lewsicountywa.gov with your resume and references.LC Superior Court Conflict Contract Billing SheetsLCSC Billing FormLCDC Billing FormLCJC Billing FormCertification FormsQuarterly Cert. Form2026 Certification Form


    Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

  9. About Emergency Management

    Mission Statement MissionFacilitate and support the resources that will enable the cities and communities in Lewis County to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.ValuesSimple Organization: The importance of planning cannot be overemphasized for organizations and individuals in defining goals and objectives, and helping to anticipate problems. It is equally important to avoid unnecessary complexity.Ownership: Embrace and prioritize programs and partners who are actively involved in efforts to improve how they (or their organization) mitigate, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergenciesAccountability: Encourages collaboration and involvement with partners and stakeholders in Emergency Management activities.Respect for People: Appreciate …


    Emergency Management - Sept. 29, 2015, 11:06 a.m.

  10. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 04/22/2025Draft Meeting Notes - 04/22/2025Lewis County Comprehensive Plan Internal Review DraftStaff Report: Master Planned ResortStaff Report: Rural Residential CenterStaff Presentation: Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update & Zoning ProposalsAll Written Testimony


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:07 p.m.