1. Record Searches

    This information is intended to give a general idea of the cost and requirements for searches. Please call (360) 740-1165 for further information.Legal descriptions in Lewis County can be lengthy. Due to this fact and the possibility of error, we do not read legal descriptions over the phone. To obtain a copy of a legal description or any document recorded in the Auditor's Office, you can either come in to our office or make a request in writing. You may also perform your own online search by clicking here.When you come in to the Auditor's office, our staff will assist …


    Auditor - April 28, 2011, 9:32 a.m.

  2. Court Forms

    Title .PDF .DOC Color Docket Notice .PDF .DOC White Note for Trial/Arbitration .PDF .DOC White Declaration of Jurisdictional Testimony .PDF .DOC White Cover Sheet .PDF White Additional forms and documents are available from the Administrative Office of the Courts Web site at: http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/Other helpful websites to find forms include:King County Law LibraryWashington Law HelpWashington Probate


    Clerk - Oct. 15, 2013, 4:47 p.m.

  3. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee members

    The 2021 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) members are:Chris RodenTrent RichardsonMischa CowlesWilliam "Dean" CroshawHarry BhagwandinDiana MorganCommissioner Sean D. Swope (non-voting member)Questions about the LTAC or lodging taxes in general can be directed to BOCC staff at 360-740-1120.


    Commissioners - Oct. 29, 2021, 4:20 p.m.

  4. Contact us

    Mail: Lewis County Human ResourcesHistoric Courthouse351 NW North Street, Room #023Chehalis, WA 98532-1900For driving directions, click HEREUse the east entrance (handicap accessible) of the Lewis County Historic Courthouseto the garden level. Room #023 is the second door on the right. Telephone: Phone: 360.740.2737Toll Free: 800.562.6130Fax: 360.740.1494 e-mail: hr@lewiscountywa.gov


    Human Resources - Dec. 4, 2013, 11:40 a.m.

  5. 25-300 Authorize the County Manager to enter into interlocal agreements with the cities of Centralia, Morton, Toledo and Vader and the town of Pe Ell for the co-management of development within the urban growth areas.

    Please see the attached resolution.City of CentraliaCity of MortonCity of Pe EllCity of ToledoCity of Vader - will be uploaded when received


    Commissioners - Nov. 7, 2025, 9:32 a.m.

  6. Notice of Closure

    Lewis County Community Development, Public Works, and Public Health & Social Services will be closed on Wednesday November 19, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM for All Staff Training for a New Permitting Software. NO Building Inspections or Site Visits will occur on November 19, 2025.We appreciate your patience during this transition. For more information, please see the Press Release.


    Community Development - Nov. 12, 2025, 11:10 a.m.

  7. SPECIAL MEETING - Honoring flood partners

    The Lewis County Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2026, at Packwood Community Hall (12935 US Hwy. 12, Packwood, Wash.) to honor the various partners who helped with response and recovery efforts during and after the December 2025 floods.Please click here for the special meeting notice.Please click here to view the event details.


    Commissioners - March 6, 2026, 4:06 p.m.

  8. Connecting Neighbors for Earth Month Bonus Event: Chipping Event

    Chipping Event10 a.m.-3 p.m. Floral Park Sustainability Project, 104 E. Floral St., Centralia, WA 98531WSU Lewis Co. MRC Volunteers host a chipping event. Residents are invited to bring branches smaller than 8-inches in diameter for chipping. A contractor will chip the branches and volunteers will spread chips on Floral Park trails.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 10:49 a.m.

  9. Transfer stations closed for Christmas Day!

    Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed on Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas Day Holiday. Transfer stations will resume their regular hours on Friday, Dec. 26. Centralia is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In-bound gates in Centralia close 15 minutes prior to facility closure.; Morton is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 2, 2025, 4:04 p.m.

  10. Destroyed Property

    DESTROYED PROPERTY CLAIM TAXPAYER'S CLAIM FOR REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND THE ABATEMENT OF TAXES RESULTING FROM DESTROYED REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF VALUE IN A DECLARED DISASTER AREA RCW 84.70.010 AND RCW 84.70.040Eligibility:Claims must be filed with the County Assessor within three (3) years of the date of destruction or loss of value.No relief shall be given to any person who is convicted of arson with regard to the property for which relief is sought.Assessment Reduction:Any real or personal property that has been placed upon the Assessment Roll as of January 1 of the assessment year in which …


    Assessor - March 30, 2018, 9:36 a.m.