Community Development

Planning Commission

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Topic: Planning Commission Meeting     Time: July 22 at 6:30 p.m.     Location: 400 Douglas St, Wenatchee, WA (In-Person Only)

The meeting's agenda, staff report and attachments are available at the bottom of this page in Documents and Presentations. We audio records Planning Commission meetings and make them accessible on this page after the meeting. If you need special accommodations to view the meetings while they occur, or to listen to the recording afterward, contact us at 509-667-6225 to set up a place for you to do so on the county campus.

 

The Chelan County Planning Commission is a nine-member citizen advisory body appointed by the Board of County Commissioners; three members from each commissioner district are appointed. The Planning Commission's primary function is to review recommendations regarding the Comprehensive Plan, related planning activities, and zoning regulations as assigned by the BOCC.

The Executive Secretary of the Planning Commission is the Director of Community Development or an appointee. Questions regarding the agenda or Planning Commission can be directed to Community Development Long Range Planning staff at 509-667-6225 or to ashley.fernandez@co.chelan.wa.us.

Current Planning Commissioners (PDF)

 

Public Meetings

Meetings are generally held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., as noted on the upcoming agenda, and located at 400 Douglas St., meeting room No. 1 in Wenatchee. Meetings are also available via Zoom. Public meetings during the months of November and December are often subject to change. The schedule is also available on the county's events calendar. Agendas are posted online 10 days prior to each meeting. 

All meetings are recorded with summary minutes reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Copies of recordings may be requested through the public records request form. Fees may apply.

 

Meeting Procedures

Before a meeting or hearing, citizens who wish to provide comment are encouraged to plan a presentation. This may include working with Community Development Long Range Planning staff to address questions prior to the presentation.

At the meeting or hearing, the Planning Commission Chair is opens the meeting/hearing for public comment. The chair may limit the length of the testimony.

When giving your testimony, approach the microphone and provide your name and address. Be sure to speak directly into the microphone, which is recording. Testimony or comments shall be:

  • Directed to the chair
  • Kept factual and on topic
  • Relevant and concise (not repetitive)
  • Respectful of others (no cheering, booing, applauding or talking with audience members)

 

Written Comments on Action Items 

When the Planning Commission has opened public commenting on an issue, comments may be submitted via email to cd.comment@co.chelan.wa.us or via mail to: 

Chelan County Community Development
Attn: Planning Commission Comments
316 Washington St., Suite 301
Wenatchee, WA 98801

 

Opportunities for Appointment

Chelan County welcomes your interest in our community. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Planning Commission, please complete the Planning Commission Application Form. As appointments become available, a review of requests will be completed by the corresponding District Board Commissioner.

Planning Commission Archives

Posted: 11/20/2017 11:30 AM
Last Updated: 07/13/2026 08:01 AM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 18
    Aug 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 18
    Aug 2026
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 12
    Aug 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 07
    Aug 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 04
    Aug 2026
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Election Day

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

    Please see Ballot Drop Locations