1. 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.

  2. Yellow Flag Iris

    Iris pseudacorus Yellow Flag Iris - Perennial invasive ornamental that grows 2-3 feet tall, is considered toxic to herbivores and contains a skin-irritating sap.Leaves: Broad, flat sword-shaped basal leaves that reduce in size going up the stemFlower: Multiple flowers appear at stem terminals, can be pale to dark yellow, have 3 sepals and 3 petals with its petals shorter than its sepals. Blooms visible May - July.Habitat: Grows in wetlands along the margins of lakes and slow moving rivers. It is most commonly found in shallow water or mud such as those in wet ditches.Weed Classification: C SelectWhy is it …


    Weed Control - Sept. 12, 2022, 12:12 p.m.

  3. Request for Reasonable Accommodation for Persons with Disabilities

    Request for Reasonable Accommodation (PDF)Accommodation Request Form (pdf)ADA Grievance Complaint formYou can find Washington Courts ADA information here.For more information on Lewis County ADA and complaint process visit here.


    Superior Court - Sept. 15, 2017, 9:47 a.m.

  4. Administration

    The Office of the Superior Court Administrator performs the executive functions to enable the judges to focus on adjudication of cases.Superior Court Judges do not have Judicial Assistants therefore, contact with Judges should go through the Court Administrator. Court Administrators do not give legal advice.The Administrator handles all the fiscal and logistical needs of the courts. The office provides several services in connection with the administration of justice, to wit:Arbitration ServicesGuardian ad Litem ServicesMental Health Court ProgramDahkota Harmanson, Court Administrator, (360) 740-1333 Ext. 3Paula Willey, Assistant Court Administrator (360) 740-1333 Ext. 2Stacey Werner, Superior Court Accountant (360-740-1333 Ext. 4Stephanie Miller, …


    Superior Court - Sept. 4, 2015, 3:40 p.m.

  5. WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers

    Nail holiday gifting with a tool library membership! The average household generates 25 percent more garbage in the last 45 days of the year, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers want to help you reduce that amount of waste by gifting thoughtfully. Instead of another item that will have to be wrapped, unwrapped, and may just sit on a shelf unused, they suggest gifting a one-year membership to the MRC Tool Bucket Library (TBL).MRC Volunteers recently opened Lewis County’s first tool lending library, which is just like a book library, but members …


    Solid Waste - Jan. 23, 2021, 9:43 a.m.

  6. Pre-registration and Hospice programs

    Pre-Registration Program:The Lewis County Coroner’s Office (LCCO) has this program available where a person who is under a physician’s care for a documented long-term illness and who is receiving care (either from family or from a facility) can be enrolled in the pre-registration program.To be added to the pre-registration list the primary care physician has to complete and submit and a Lewis County Coroner’s Office Pre-Registration form that contains the patient’s demographics, the next of kin names and contact, and the mortuary of choice. The form also states the primary care physician will sign the Death Certificate and what they …


    Coroner - March 8, 2013, 2:52 p.m.

  7. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

    The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) will meet beginning at 8 a.m. The first 30 minutes of the meeting will be an overview of the presentation process as well as a review of committee expectations.The applicants for 2026 funding will give their presentations beginning at 8:30 a.m.Applicants will be allowed time for a 5-minute presentation, followed by a 9-minute question-and-answer period. Applicants with multiple requests will be given additional time for their presentations.Please click here for the presentation schedule.


    Commissioners - Oct. 14, 2025, 1:49 p.m.

  8. Food Safety FAQ

    Are the food worker classes available in other languages? The online food worker class is available in English, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian. The Washington State Food and Beverage Workers’ Manual (also known as the food workers’ booklet or the food handlers’ booklet) is available in English, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Punjabi. Both of these can be found at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. How do I contact the Food Safety Program? Information line: (360) 740-1222Fax: (360) 740-1438Inspectors:Imee (Imelda) Franks Imelda.Franks@lewiscountywa.govJacob ClearyJacob.Cleary@lewiscountywa.gov I work in a restaurant kitchen. Do I have to stay home when I have a cold? …


    Environmental Health - Nov. 23, 2015, 10:58 a.m.

  9. Salary Commission

    Meeting Schedule & Links to Available Agenda(s) & Minutes 2025 MeetingsAugust 18, 2025Special Meeting Notice / AgendaJuly 14, 2025Special Meeting Notice / AgendaJune 9, 2025Special Meeting Notice / AgendaMinutesMay 5, 2025Special Meeting Notice / AgendaMinutesApril 14, 2025Special Meeting Notice / AgendaOverviewMinutes2023 MeetingsApril 6, 2023Special Meeting NoticeAgendaLetter to Auditor's OfficeMarch 23, 2023Special Meeting NoticeAgendaMinutes2022 MeetingsJune 7, 2022Special Meeting NoticeAgendaMinutesMay 5, 2022Special Meeting NoticeAgendaMinutesMarch 24, 2022Special Meeting NoticeAgendaMinutesFebruary 17, 2022 - CANCELEDSpecial Meeting NoticeAgendaJanuary 18, 2022Special Meeting NoticeAgendaMinutesJanuary 6, 2022 (CANCELED)Special Meeting NoticeAgenda 2021 MeetingsNovember 9, 2021-CANCELEDSpecial Meeting Notice (CANCELED)October 5, 2021AgendaSpecial Meeting NoticeMinutes2020 MeetingsAugust 4, 2020AgendaMinutesFinal ReportJuly 7, 2020AgendaMinutesMarch 3, 2020AgendaMinutesFebruary …


    Commissioners - Jan. 6, 2020, 3:13 p.m.

  10. How-To Training & Resources

    If you need additional assistance with applying for a permit, please contact the Permit Center at 360-740-1146. Getting Started with SmartGov Link to SmartGov PortalVideo Tutorials:Creating a SmartGov Portal AccountNotification of Approval or IssuancePDF Tutorial: Creating a SmartGov Portal Account Master Site Review (MSR) / Land Development Review (LDR) The MSR is the first step for development. The planning department will review your proposal and verify that it meets all county zoning and critical areas regulations. This step also identifies what county, state and federal permits are needed for your development. After the MSR has been approved, you can apply …


    Community Development - Oct. 29, 2018, 3:02 p.m.