Community Development

Planning Commission

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Topic: Planning Commission Meeting     Time: August 12 at 6:30 p.m.     Location: 400 Douglas St, Wenatchee, WA or Zoom

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Meeting ID: 858 1041 0605

Passcode: 587842

 

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

Documents and Presentations

 01 January 28 2026
   01 January 28 PC - Agenda Pkt..pdf 468 KB
   01 January 28 PC Agenda.pdf 198 KB
   01 January-28-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 168 KB
   January-28-Planning-Commission-Audio-and-Video-Recording.mp4 36318 KB
   January-28-Planning-Commission-Audio-Recording.m4a 20502 KB
 02 February 25 2026
   02 February 25 PC Agenda Pkt.pdf 1199 KB
   02 February 25 PC Agenda.pdf 219 KB
   02 February-25-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 172 KB
   February-25-Planning-Commission-Audio-and-Video-Recording.mp4 45418 KB
   February-25-Planning-Commission-Audio-Recording.m4a 24777 KB
 03 March 25 2026
   03 March 25 PC Agenda Pkt.pdf 55801 KB
   03 March 25 PC Agenda.pdf 220 KB
   03 March-25-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 173 KB
   March-25-Planning-Commission-Audio-and-Video-Recording.mp4.mp4 234179 KB
   March-25-Planning-Commission-Audio-Recording.m4a.m4a 53760 KB
 04 April 22 2026
   04 April 22 - Planning Commission- Audio and Video - Recording.mp4 135854 KB
   04 April 22 - Planning Commission- Audio- Recording.m4a 33507 KB
   04 April 22 PC Agenda.pdf 197 KB
   04 April 22-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 210 KB
 06 June 24 2026
   06 June 24 -Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 190 KB
   06 June 24 PC Agenda.pdf 191 KB
 07 July 22 2026
   07 July 22 - PC - Audio.m4a 82190 KB
   07 July 22 - PC - Video & Audio.mp4 269495 KB
   07 July 22 PC Agenda.pdf 210 KB
   07 July 22-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 190 KB
 08 August 12 2026
   08 August 12 PC Agenda.pdf 216 KB
   08 August 12 PC Meeting - Audio.m4a 50165 KB
   08 August 12 PC Meeting - Video.mp4 160462 KB
   08 August 12-Planning-Commission-Minutes.pdf 189 KB

Posted: 11/20/2017 11:30 AM
Last Updated: 07/29/2026 03:13 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 12
    Sep 2026
    10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

    Cashmere Airport Day

    Posted by: Board Of County Commissioners

    Come for the food, the fun and the airplanes! A casual day to explore your local county airport.

    Cashmere Airport
  • 10
    Sep 2026
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Chelan County Fair 2026

    Posted by: Chelan County Expo Center

    The Chelan County Fair exists to provide a family event reflecting the past, showcasing current accomplishments and looking to the future of the county's best resources - its youth, agriculture and communities.

    Chelan County Expo Center
  • 05
    Sep 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Sept. 5, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Sept. 5

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 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