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Short Term Rentals
https://co.chelan.wa.us/fire-prevention-and-investigation/pages/short-term-rentals
Short-Term Rental Fire & Life Safety Inspection
First-Time Applicants
If you are a new, first-time applicant, the first step is to apply for your short-term rental permit through Commun...
Last Modified: September 16, 2025 04:04 PM
Civil Protection Orders
https://co.chelan.wa.us/clerk/pages/civil-protection-orders
Reference: RCW 7.105
Required Documents for a Civil Protection Order
To complete your protection order click here:
File for a Protection Order
Or
The documents below are requ...
Last Modified: December 07, 2022 09:47 AM
Short-Term Rental Statistics
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/short-term-rental-statistics
Chelan County Code: The Community Development Director shall annually by March 15 determine the share of short-term rentals to the overall housing stock in each of the unincorporated zip codes and urb...
Last Modified: March 31, 2026 11:45 AM
Planning Commission
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/planning-commission
Join Our Meeting
Topic: Planning Commission Meeting Time: April 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Join Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 864 7738 2799 Passcode: 717869
The meeti...
Last Modified: April 01, 2026 07:44 AM
Nason Creek Watershed Forest Health Strategy
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/nason-creek-watershed-forest-health-strategy
Nason Watershed Forest Health and Resiliency Planning
Nason Creek Watershed is a priority planning area for under the DNR 20-year Strategic Plan for Forest Health. A landscape evaluation was recent...
Last Modified: March 31, 2026 04:01 PM
Quick Links
https://co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/quick-links
Emergency Resources
Chelan County
Chelan County Fire Prevention & Investigation
Lists current fire restrictions in the county
Chelan County Sh...
Last Modified: April 03, 2024 02:19 PM
2024 Bridge Repairs
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/2024-bridge-repairs
(Photo above: The Peshastin Bridge will be the only bridge in the project that will require a temporary full closure. The four-week closure begins June 17.)
Project Updates
Posted ...
Last Modified: September 15, 2024 11:46 AM
Storm Water
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/storm-water
What is stormwater?
Stormwater is rain and water that comes from melting snow and ice. Stormwater can soak into the soil, be held on the surface and evaporate, or run off and end up in ne...
Last Modified: March 04, 2026 04:42 PM
Missed Court Date and Payment
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court/pages/missed-court-date-and-payment
I missed a court date on a criminal case or a criminal traffic case and I may have a warrant out for my arrest. What do I do?
If you missed a court date on a criminal or criminal traffic case and n...
Last Modified: March 24, 2026 10:59 AM
Name Changes
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court/pages/name-changes
Name Change Checklist
You must present a copy of your photo I.D. at the time of filing (e.g. passport, driver's license, government-issued ID). If I.D. is not provided at the time of filing,...
Last Modified: March 24, 2026 09:55 AM
Probation Deferred Prosecution Policy
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court-probation/pages/probation-deferred-prosecution-policy
I. General Statements
Probationers on deferred prosecution in Chelan County are expected to fully comply with all conditions and terms of the Order Deferring Prosecution. Probationers will be super...
Last Modified: March 31, 2015 08:00 AM
Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/natural-hazard-mitigation-plan
Community Wildfire Protection Plan Update
The 2024 HMP was approved by FEMA on Dec. 30, 2024. Explore the project's StoryMap to learn more about the natural hazards in Chelan County. From t...
Last Modified: March 30, 2026 01:34 PM
Assessment Process
https://co.chelan.wa.us/assessor/pages/assessment-process
There are numerous things to keep in mind when understanding how the Assessor appraises property:
In Washington State, the Assessor is required to value property at 100% of true and fair market ...
Last Modified: January 06, 2017 04:11 PM
Watershed Plan - Lake Chelan
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/watershed-plan-lake-chelan
Chelan County has been working for many years with the stakeholders and communities along the shores of Lake Chelan on water quality issues, water resources and water rights, long-term water qual...
Last Modified: March 30, 2026 12:03 PM
Forms and Applications
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/forms-and-applications
Building
We prefer online building permit submittals but are happy to accept walk-in permits in person. You can also email permit applications and supporting documents to CD.Build.Application...
Last Modified: March 30, 2026 01:30 PM
Real Property Foreclosure Sales
https://co.chelan.wa.us/treasurer/pages/real-property-foreclosure-sales
Chelan County Treasurer's Office
2025 Real Property Foreclosure Sales
Important Notice: Trespassing is a crime, The public is advised to not trespass.
The following properties w...
Last Modified: January 09, 2026 10:16 AM
Pest & Disease Information
https://co.chelan.wa.us/horticultural-pest-and-disease-board/pages/pest--disease-information
Cherry fruit fly
Cherry fruit fly attacks all varieties of cultivated and wild cherries. Maggots, which develop inside the cherries, make the fruit unmarketable. Poor control can have serious...
Last Modified: March 23, 2021 04:48 PM
Cascade Orchard Bridge
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/cascade-orchard-bridge
PROJECT UPDATE
The bridge is open to the public. The project is complete.
History
Over the years, several bridges have spanned the Wenatchee River at the location of the...
Last Modified: April 16, 2025 02:52 PM
Tourism Impact Study
https://co.chelan.wa.us/board-of-commissioners/pages/tourism-impact-study
How Does Tourism Impact Chelan County?
Chelan County’s public lands, natural beauty, four distinct seasons and numerous tourism assets draw visitors year-round. With a residential population ...
Last Modified: March 16, 2026 04:12 PM
Knowles Road
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/knowles-road
Project News
This phase of the Knowles Road improvement project is complete.
History
The Knowles Road improvement project is an important project for Sunnyslope, one of the ...
Last Modified: April 16, 2025 02:54 PM