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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. 

 

DECISIONS ARCHIVE

Interpretation No. 2026-222 - Transfers of Short-Term Rental Permits (CCC 11.88.290(4)(I))

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: 09/18/2026 02:21 PM

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    Oct 2026
    06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

    Chelan County Planning Commission - Oct 28, 2026

    Posted by: Community Development

    The Planning Commission's primary function is to review recommendations regarding the Comprehensive Plan, related planning activities, and zoning regulations as assigned by the BOCC.

    400 Douglas St, Conference Rm 1, Wenatchee or Zoom Conference