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Building in a Floodplain
https://co.chelan.wa.us/flood-control-zone-district/pages/building-in-a-floodplain
Are you building in the floodplain?
Prior to beginning any development, landowners must apply for a Floodplain Development Permit from Chelan County Community Development.
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Last Modified: April 08, 2026 09:11 AM
Flood Information
https://co.chelan.wa.us/flood-control-zone-district/pages/flood-information
Floods are the nation’s most common natural disaster. In Chelan County, stage, flash and post-fire flooding are the three most common types of flooding.
Stage flooding occurs during periods o...
Last Modified: April 07, 2026 05:35 PM
Organics Recycling
https://co.chelan.wa.us/solid-waste-management/pages/organics-recycling
ALERT: Apple Maggot Quarantine
Much of western Chelan County, including Leavenworth, Plain and Lake Wenatchee, is under an Apple Maggot Quarantine. State law prohibits brush from a quarantine...
Last Modified: April 10, 2026 12:01 PM
Comprehensive Plan Update
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/comprehensive-plan-update
What's Up Next?
Updated April 5: Community meetings have been set for April at locations around the county, where you can share your thoughts and ask questions about the Comprehen...
Last Modified: April 12, 2026 04:01 PM
About Us
https://co.chelan.wa.us/legal/pages/about-us
Chelan County Content Managers Website Standards & Style Guide
The website is our county’s most visited property. It is a central online resource where people turn for informati...
Last Modified: November 12, 2024 02:31 PM
Visiting Incarcerated Individuals
https://co.chelan.wa.us/regional-jail/pages/visiting-incarcerated-individuals
Please refer to the "Getting Out Poster" in the CCRJC lobby or go to the Getting Out website for instructions or assistance with the scheduling, requesting or accepting of video ...
Last Modified: April 01, 2024 04:07 PM
Nason Creek Watershed
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/nason-creek-watershed
Nason Creek Watershed
The Nason Creek Watershed originates near Stevens Pass with upper elevations at 8,040 feet. It drains 69,000 acres and flows into the Wenatchee River near Lake Wenatchee...
Last Modified: January 10, 2024 12:22 PM
Education and Outreach Programs
https://co.chelan.wa.us/sheriff/pages/education-and-outreach-programs
Chelan County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to the people of Chelan County and has provided the following links and documents for your education and outreach.
Topics
Crime Prevention
Ci...
Last Modified: June 02, 2025 04:05 PM
Document Online Record Search
https://co.chelan.wa.us/clerk/pages/document-online-record-search
Access and obtain copies of public documents filed in the Clerk's Office by visiting the clerk's office at 350 Orondo, 5th Level. Public access computers are available on a first come first se...
Last Modified: April 04, 2022 10:11 AM
Codes
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/codes
Chelan County Code
A Codification of the Resolutions of Chelan County, Washington
Chelan County Codes
Chelan County Comprehensive Plan
Shoreline Master Program
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Last Modified: October 23, 2025 01:38 PM
Hearing Examiner
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/hearing-examiner
Join Our Meetings
Topic: Hearing Examiner Meeting Time: 1 p.m. on April 15
Join Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 813 3557 0345 Passcode: 171204
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Last Modified: April 14, 2026 11:04 AM
Emergency Management
https://co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management
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Last Modified: August 29, 2023 04:28 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
Bidding Opportunities
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/bidding-opportunities
Current Bidding Opportunities
All bidding opportunities are posted to Quest, an online bid management system. Bidders may download the digital plan set from Quest for $22. Please con...
Last Modified: March 26, 2026 09:34 AM
Short-Term Rentals
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/short-term-rentals
What is a Short-Term Rental?
A short-term rental, often called an STR, is a legally permitted, residential dwelling rented out on a nightly basis for less than 3...
Last Modified: October 28, 2025 12:38 PM
Online Services
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/online-services
Public Portal
The Community Development Public Portal allows you to track the progress of your building permits. To fully utilize the Public Portal, you must be a registered user. Regist...
Last Modified: October 17, 2025 11:27 AM
Stay Home, Stay Healthy - A message from Commissioner Kevin Overbay
https://co.chelan.wa.us/board-of-commissioners/pages/stay-home-stay-healthy-a-message-from-commissioner-kevin-overbay
The Chelan-Douglas Health District, Chelan County and Douglas County have formed a unified Emergency Operations Center. The goal of the unified response is to provide the most efficient regional respo...
Last Modified: February 17, 2022 10:03 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
Renewals and New Applicants
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/renewals-and-new-applicants
New Application Timeline
The application window for NEW Tier 2/Tier 3 STR permits is June 1 - July 31. Those approved may begin operation January 1, 2027.
Tier 1 applications are accept...
Last Modified: January 08, 2026 12:24 PM
Payments
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court/pages/payments
Pay Online Now!
Chelan County District Court accepts online payments through Convenient Payments by using the below links, Online payments accepts MasterCard, VISA or Discover Cards Only.
Please...
Last Modified: March 24, 2026 11:01 AM