Community Development

Administrative Decisions

Administrative Interpretations, Decisions & Policies

Interpretations and policies related to the Chelan County building codes can be found below. These interpretations are put in place to provide clarity and consistency from our staff regarding specific codes and regions. 

 

Interpretation No. 2021-002 - Requirements before land development activities in/near Yodelin development avalanche geoological hazard zone (PDF)

LaChappelle report (PDF)
Yodelin report maps (PDF)
Resolution 79-22 (PDF)
Historical news article (PDF)
LaChappelle Bio (PDF)

Intepretation No. 2021-001 - Accessory Structure and Dwelling Unit Code Interpretation for code application (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2020-003 - Stairs waterward of the OHWM in Lake Chelan  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2020-002 - Review Process for Trails, Ramps, and Stairs within Shoreline  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2020-001 - Table 5.14a Dimensional/Construction Standards for Docks  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2019-005 - Buffer Modification Tools  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2019-004 - Federal Projects and Land  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2019-003 - Use of Appendix G of the Shoreline Master Program  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2019-002 - Common Line Measurement  (PDF)

Interpretation No. 2019-001 - Repair of Nonconforming Structures  (PDF)

 

Posted: 10/17/2025 11:41 AM
Last Updated: 10/21/2025 08:41 AM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 06
    Dec 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Dec. 6, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Dec. 6.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 25
    Nov 2025
    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
  • 25
    Nov 2025
    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
  • 19
    Nov 2025
    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
  • 13
    Nov 2025
    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