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General Information Meeting Instructions
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/general-information-meeting-instructions
Welcome back!
The General Information Meeting, known as the GIM, is a service provided by Chelan County Community Development at no cost to the customer. This differs from the pre-application...
Last Modified: April 07, 2022 09:46 AM
Boundary Review Board
https://co.chelan.wa.us/boundary-review-board
The Washington State Boundary Review Board for Chelan County reviews proposals for boundary changes by cities, towns and special-purpose districts (such as fire districts) within Chelan County, includ...
Last Modified: June 30, 2025 09:30 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
Code Enforcement
https://co.chelan.wa.us/sheriff/pages/code-enforcement
Chelan County Sheriff's Office Code Enforcement is a function of the county that enforces the building and land use regulations as set forth in Chelan County Code within the unincorporated areas o...
Last Modified: October 23, 2025 01:22 PM
Active Emergencies
https://co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active-emergencies
Ongoing Incidents
We have no ongoing incidents at this time.
Evacuation Protocols
Ready. Set. Go! It's wildfire season in Chelan County. Do you know the evacuation lev...
Last Modified: April 07, 2026 04:19 PM
Preliminary Hearing and Criminal Case Procedures
https://co.chelan.wa.us/district-court/pages/preliminary-hearing-and-criminal-case-procedures-
Being accused of a criminal offense can be a traumatic and upsetting experience. We hope this will be of help in guiding you through the process and take some of the mystery out of the procedures. We ...
Last Modified: March 24, 2026 10:58 AM
Fire Danger Restrictions
https://co.chelan.wa.us/fire-prevention-and-investigation/pages/fire-danger-restrictions
Current Conditions
We have no restrictions in place at this time. Restrictions begin annually on June 1.
Fire restrictions begin annually on June 1 in Chelan County’s Val...
Last Modified: February 18, 2026 02:57 PM
Request for Accommodation for Person with Disabilities
https://co.chelan.wa.us/superior-court/pages/request-for-accommodation-for-person-with-disabilities
Chelan County Superior Court provides accommodations for persons with disabilities who require assistance in order to participate fully and equally participate in Court programs, services or activitie...
Last Modified: February 15, 2022 08:46 AM
Nason Ridge Community Forest
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/nason-ridge-community-forest
Nason Ridge Community Forest
Nason Ridge provides the forested backdrop to Lake Wenatchee, and is highly valued by both the local community and visitors to the region for its benefits of wildli...
Last Modified: March 31, 2026 03:54 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
Code Enforcement
https://co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/code-enforcement
Short-Term Rentals
If you are reporting a short-term rental violation, call the 24-hour hotline at 509-293-4577.
Community Development, assisted by the Code Enforcement Officer...
Last Modified: May 14, 2025 09:36 AM
Document Standardization Guide
https://co.chelan.wa.us/auditor/pages/document-standardization-guide
Effective January 1, 1997, all documents submitted for recording in Washington State must conform to standards set by RCW 36.18 and 65.04. These standards were enacted to make documents more accessibl...
Last Modified: March 04, 2015 04:52 PM
Board of Equalization
https://co.chelan.wa.us/board-of-commissioners/pages/board-of-equalization
Reminder
You must pay your taxes by the date they are due to avoid penalties and interest. After the appeal period of a Board of Equalization decision has passed, changes to the assessment...
Last Modified: June 25, 2025 02:32 PM
Pavement Preservation Program
https://co.chelan.wa.us/public-works/pages/pavement-preservation-program
As road pavement degrades during its life, cracking forms from traffic and weather exposure. Cracks allow water to penetrate the roadway and can result in frost action (repeated expansion caused ...
Last Modified: April 09, 2026 04:44 PM
Marriage Licenses
https://co.chelan.wa.us/auditor/pages/marriage-licenses
It is not necessary to purchase your marriage license from the same county in which you will be married. A marriage license purchased in any Washington county will be valid for ceremonies performed an...
Last Modified: July 25, 2025 05:11 PM
Properly formatted document guide
https://co.chelan.wa.us/auditor/pages/properly-formatted-document-guide
Document Standardization Guide
Effective January 1, 1997, all documents submitted for recording in Washington State must conform to standards set by RCW 36.18 and 65.04. These standards require tha...
Last Modified: August 11, 2020 07:52 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
Foreclosure Research
https://co.chelan.wa.us/treasurer/pages/foreclosure-research
It is up to you to know exactly what you are bidding upon. We cannot stress this too strongly. Every year people who have done little or no research, or who do not know how to read a legal...
Last Modified: December 06, 2018 04:21 PM
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
Lake Chelan Water Quality
https://co.chelan.wa.us/natural-resources/pages/lake-chelan-water-quality-
In 2015, Chelan County Natural Resources received a three-year grant from the Washington Department of Ecology to implement the Lake Chelan Long-Term Monitoring Program. The goal of this effort is to ...
Last Modified: March 30, 2026 11:54 AM