1. Blackberry (Himalayan & Cutleaf)

    Rubus armeniacus & Rubus laciniatus Himalayan Blackberry Himalayan Blackberry Cutleaf Blackberry Cutleaf Blackberry Himalayan Blackberry - A rambling, evergreen, perennial, woody shrub with stout, hook-thorned stems.Leaves: Leaves are palmately compounded with 3-5 leaflets (5 is most common). Leaves have slightly toothed margins.Flowers: Flowers bloom from May-August. Flower clusters generally have between 5-20 flowers that have 5 petals and are white to rose in color.Habitat: Grows in a variety of habitats including forests, roadsides, railroad tracks, logged lands, field margins, and riparian areas.Weed Classification: CWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Himalayan Blackberry is very hard to control after a serious infestation has …


    Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:32 a.m.

  2. Open Public Meeting Act Training

    In partnership with the Washington State Attorney General's Office, this course is provided for commissioners and board members to help meet an important training requirement of the Open Government Trainings Act. Commissioners and board members are required to complete this training every 4 years and submit a certificate of completion to the respective clerk.Training steps:Watch this video in its entirety: Open Public Meetings Act Training (18 minutes)Watch this video in its entirety: Public Records Act Training (30 minutes)Download a copy of this certificate.Sign it to self-certify your achievement.Provide a copy to the clerk in case of an audit.


    Community Development - Jan. 29, 2024, 10:06 a.m.

  3. Group B

    These are water supplies that serve 2 to 14 service connections and fewer than 25 people per day or 25 or more people per day for less than 60 days per year. Group B systems are regulated by Lewis County Public Health & Social Services under Lewis County Code 8.55.If your project requires a Professional Engineer or Licensed Hydrogeologist, see the "How to Hire an Licensed Professional" on our "List of Licensed Professionals" page.For more information on obtaining Group B design approval, see our "Resources and forms for Professional Engineers and Licensed Hydrogeologists" page.APPLICATIONS AND PERMITSWAN (Water Availability Notice)Who needs …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 19, 2021, 12:53 p.m.

  4. Two-Connection

    Wells that serve two dwelling units or small businesses are by definition a Group B Water Supply. However, Lewis County Code 8.55 establishes reduced regulatory requirements for these types of water systems, LCC 8.55.020 (3). If the proposed water supply will serve two connections or less and does not provide water to 25 or more people per day, the following materials and information apply.Do you need help determining what type of well you have/are proposing? See the flow chart below and the requirements for each type of well in LCC 8.55.020 (3) TABLE 1:If the flow chart above said to …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 19, 2021, 12:54 p.m.

  5. Task 1 - Population and Housing Allocations

    2023-06-13 Adopted Ordinance 13462023-06-13 BOCC Staff Presentation2023-06-07 BOCC Staff Presentation2023-05-23 Adopted Resolution 23-163 Notice of Hearing2023-05-09 Planning Commission Staff Presentation2023-05-09 Planning Commission Transmittal Letter2023-04-20 Planning Commission Staff Report2023-04-20 Planning Commission Staff Report: Attachment A


    Community Development - March 25, 2024, 10:50 a.m.

  6. Lewis County offices are closed in observance of Juneteenth


    News Room - June 13, 2023, 4:37 p.m.

  7. Lewis County offices closed in observance of Independence Day


    News Room - June 29, 2023, 8:59 a.m.

  8. Forms & Documents

    Adopted Fee ScheduleDirectional Signs - Fees & ApplicationMemorial Sign PolicyFranchise or License ApplicationApplication to Perform Work on County Right-of-WayCall Before You DigStormwater Management Regulations (Ch. 15.45)Road Development Standards (Ch.12.60)Update to the Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan, 2004Doty/Dryad Hydrogeological Assessment (Dec 1, 2008)Refund Policy and Request FormPrivate Road Sign Standards & InstructionsNo Spray Agreement Resolution & Application Road Permit Forms Permit Applications and Handouts


    Public Works - March 22, 2016, 9:01 a.m.

  9. Lewis County wins grant for transitional housing for Drug Court program

    Lewis County Drug Court and Family Recovery Court Manager Stephanie Miller, left, and Eric Eisenberg, Lewis County Housing and Infrastructure Specialist. CHEHALIS – Permanent transitional housing, for an average of 18 to 26 Lewis County Drug Court program participants each year, has been secured with the assistance of an over $460,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce. The Lewis County Commissioners learned on Monday that they were awarded a Rapid Capital Housing Acquisition Grant.The grant pays for the county’s purchase of a duplex in Chehalis, which since 2019 has been used to provide housing to unsheltered program participants, …


    News Room - March 28, 2023, 1:49 p.m.

  10. Special Needs during Emergencies

    Preparedness tips in planning for a person with special needs or disability Links to the following websites that will assist you in preparing for emergencies if you care for someone with special needs:Ready.govDisaster Tips for people with Medical NeedsPeople with Disabilities and Other Access and Functional NeedsEvacuation Planning for Children with Disabilities or Health Care Needs American Red Cross/FEMA/Homeland Security Persons with DisabilitiesEmergencies can happen at a moment's notice. It is important to know your plans ahead of time so you are better prepared for any urgent situation. The booklet below gives tips on getting informed, making a plan, assembling …


    Emergency Management - Dec. 28, 2012, 8:06 a.m.