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Annual Revaluation
https://co.chelan.wa.us/assessor/pages/annual-revaluation
In 2009, the Washington State legislature passed a law requiring that all counties value property on an annual basis by January 1, 2014 (SSB 5368). Chelan County made the decision in 2008 to con...
Last Modified: November 15, 2018 05:09 PM
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
Foreclosure General Information
https://co.chelan.wa.us/treasurer/pages/foreclosure-general-information
Tax Foreclosure
When real property taxes become three years delinquent, the County Treasurer takes foreclosure action, RCW 84.64.060. Chelan County’s auction is held in December of each...
Last Modified: November 19, 2025 11:42 AM
Water Mitigation Program
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/water-mitigation-program
Chelan County is implementing a Water Mitigation Program staring April 1, 2021 to protect senior surface water and groundwater water rights and to ensure water reliability for new domestic uses. This ...
Last Modified: April 02, 2026 11:50 AM
Traffic Infraction Deferral
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court/pages/traffic-infraction-deferral
Can I keep my traffic ticket “off my record”?
If you have received a traffic infraction, you may be eligible for a deferral. By successfully completing a deferral, the Court will not re...
Last Modified: March 24, 2026 09:49 AM
Boats/Vessels
https://co.chelan.wa.us/auditor/pages/boatsvessels
In general, those vessels with a motor of 10 horsepower or less, less than 16 feet in overall length, and used solely on nonfederal waters are not required to be titled or registered. You may still el...
Last Modified: November 20, 2018 05:00 PM
Share the River
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/share-the-river
Share the River poster and Fact Sheet
River Safety
Drowning statistics
Wenatchee River Water Levels
Guide to the Whitewater Rivers of Washington
Local Commercial Guides and River Out...
Last Modified: April 19, 2019 12:52 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
Development
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/development
Driveways/Access Permits
When is an Access/Driveway Permit required?
A permit is required for proposed access approaches onto any county road. If access to a Forest Service road or state highway...
Last Modified: April 09, 2026 03:59 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
Building
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/building
Functions & Responsibilities
The Building Division of Community Development oversees building and related construction activities to protect the public health, safety and welfare of our residen...
Last Modified: October 23, 2025 01:14 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
Property Taxes
https://co.chelan.wa.us/treasurer/pages/property-taxes
Watch for your tax statements arriving mid-March
The 2026 property tax statements are running behind schedule this year. Our apologies for the delay! You should expect to receive your bil...
Last Modified: February 27, 2026 09:11 AM
Public Records
https://co.chelan.wa.us/board-of-commissioners/pages/public-records
Are you looking for a copy of your septic permit?
Septic permits are available from the Chelan-Douglas Health District. You will need to contact the health district at...
Last Modified: February 17, 2022 12:05 PM
Communications
https://co.chelan.wa.us/communications
Chelan County government is committed to open, honest and ongoing communication with our community. We understand that maintaining a two-way conversation with residents is essential for building rel...
Last Modified: February 18, 2022 10:44 AM
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
Signature Challenges
https://co.chelan.wa.us/elections/pages/signature-challenges
Information for Voters
Signature challenges occur when a voter does not sign the back of the ballot return envelope or when the signature on the return envelope does not match the signature(s) in t...
Last Modified: September 22, 2025 10:28 AM
Public Records Request
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-records-request
Procedures for obtaining public records from Chelan County offices and departments are published in Chapter 1.376 of the Chelan County Code. Within five business days of receiving a request,...
Last Modified: February 16, 2022 04:09 PM
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
Resources - Sheriff's Office
https://co.chelan.wa.us/sheriff/pages/resources-sheriffs-office
Chelan County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to the people of Chelan County.
Voluntary Victim/Witness Statement Form
Utilize this form to provide your statement to the responsible deputy. Ema...
Last Modified: March 18, 2026 09:01 AM