1. Segregation Mapping

    The Lewis County Segregation/Mapping processes recorded deeds and other conveyance instruments for real property to verify recorded legal descriptions, create, segregate and combine tax parcels. The County Geographic Information System (GIS) database is updated and kept at a current status. The Department updates ownership on all real estate transfers. The method of acquiring title is determined, ownership and legal descriptions are verified, and land area computed when necessary. The department must have current knowledge of property tax rules, be familiar with the appraisal process and all assessment records, in addition to exemption related activities affecting real - personal property The …


    Assessor - March 5, 2012, 12:19 p.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. 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.

  4. The State Noxious Weed Law

    The term "noxious" is a legal term, rather than botanical or technical. It is used to describe non-native plants that have been introduced to Washington from other parts of the world and have a damaging impact on the local industries that rely on having a healthy ecosystem and plant community, such as agriculture, etc. Because of their aggressive growth and lack of natural enemies in the state, these species can be highly destructive, competitive, or difficult to control. Noxious weeds can reduce crop yields, destroy native plant and animal habitats, severely limit recreational opportunities, clog waterways, lower land values, create …


    Weed Control - Jan. 10, 2012, 3:02 p.m.

  5. Property Tax Levy Information

    Levy rates and Collection amounts 2026 Levy Rates and Amounts2025 Levy Rates and Amounts2024 Levy Rates and Amounts2023 Levy Rates and Amounts2022 Levy Rates and Amounts2021 Levy Rates and Amounts2020 Levy Rates and Amounts2019 Levy Rates and Amounts2018 Levy Rates and Amounts2017 Levy Rates and Amounts2016 Levy Rates and Amounts2015 Levy Rates and Amounts2014 Levy Rates and Amounts2013 Levy Rates and Amounts2012 Levy Rates and Amounts2011 Levy Rates and Amounts District Contact information by TCA Your property tax rates consist of a combination of all of the Taxing Districts your property supports. This is called your Tax Code Area (TCA). …


    Assessor - Jan. 21, 2015, 8:31 a.m.

  6. Assessor

    About Contact The mission of the Lewis County Assessor's Office is to appraise all property equally and fairly, maintaining accurate assessment information for taxation purposes, while being courteous and professional to Lewis County taxpayers. more » Lewis County Assessor 351 NW North St Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1392 Contact the Assessor News An Explanation of the Property Tax System Assessor | December 04, 2025 More Posts How Property Taxes Work Events There are no upcoming events to show at this time. Meet Ross Nielson "A lifelong Washington resident, Ross has lived in the Winlock area for over 22 years. He …


    Assessor - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  7. Timber Assessed Values

    2024 Tax Year's TAV2023 Tax Year's TAV2022 Tax Year's TAV2021 Tax Year's TAV2020 Tax Year's TAV2019 Tax Year's TAV2018 Tax Year's TAV2017 Tax Year's TAV2016 Tax Year's TAV2015 Tax Year's TAV2014 Tax Year's TAV2013 Tax Year's TAV2012 Tax Year's TAV2011 Tax Year's TAV2010 Tax Year's TAV Timber Assessed Value - TAV The Timber Assessed Value (TAV) serves the same purpose as the assessed value of other types of property carried on the county assessment rolls. It serves as a substitute for the value that would be carried on the assessment roll if timber was still taxable as real property for …


    Assessor - Jan. 15, 2015, 9:51 a.m.

  8. *Budget & Levies Hearings

    Please see the attached agenda.Please click on the following to review the corresponding documentsJUNIOR TAXING DISTRICT LEVIESResolution 25-340: Certify the property tax levies for junior taxing districts for collection in 2026 LEWIS COUNTY ANNUAL BUDGET FOR 2026 (HEARING)Resolution 25-341: Adopt the annual budget of Lewis County for the calendar year of 2026 LC PROPERTY TAX BUDGETS AND LEVIES FOR CURRENT EXPENSE AND ROADS (HEARING)Resolution 25-342: Property tax budgets and levies for Current Expense and Road Fund for 2026Additional Lewis County budget / levy documents


    Commissioners - Nov. 26, 2025, 4:50 p.m.

  9. 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.

  10. Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments

    Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up ProjectPortions of the existing Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundaries have mapping irregularities and inconsistencies that create confusion in land use and planning decisions, and the UGA cleanup aims to correct these discrepancies to ensure the boundaries accurately reflect adopted plans and support clearer, more consistent growth management moving forward. Cannabis Code UpdateLewis County is considering amending the Lewis County Code to allow cannabis retail and production in unincorporated areas to increase revenue generated from sales tax.


    Community Development - Dec. 24, 2020, noon