Community Development

Comprehensive Plan Update

Comprehensive Plan Update

What's Up Next?

Posted July 20, 2026: We have posted the most recent draft update of the Chelan County 2026-2046 Comprehensive Plan and its appendices. All documents are posted on this website under "For Your Review." The documents also include the draft Malaga UGA plan.

The Board of Chelan County Commissioners will hold a workshop from 1 to 4 p.m. on Aug. 4 in is chambers, where our planning staff and consultant will go over the draft plan. You can listen in via Zoom or in-person. The Chelan County Planning Commission expects to have a public hearing on the draft plan in September and the BOCC will have a public hearing in November. Check back for dates and times.

 

Comprehensive Plan Update

The Comprehensive Plan is Chelan County’s 20-year guiding document for managing growth and shaping the County’s future through 2046. It outlines the vision, goals and policies that will help us address critical issues, from housing and transportation to economic development and public services. This plan is a requirement under the state’s Growth Management Act, and the next review and update must be completed by Dec. 31, 2026.

Chelan County is responsible for planning for all unincorporated parts of the county, including land within the urban growth areas. The City of Chelan will be participating in some parts of the County process, although each incorporated city in Chelan County (including Chelan, Wenatchee, Entiat, Cashmere and Leavenworth) is responsible for updating its own comprehensive plans. 

 

Learn More

  • Go to Washington Department of Commerce update home page for more information about the Comprehensive Plan Update process.
  • To follow along in the process, monitor our Facebook and Instagram pages.
  • We will also post updates to our county e-newsletter.
  • Have comments or questions? Email us!

 

Timeline

 

Posted: 04/03/2025 08:21 AM
Last Updated: 07/20/2026 04:47 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 18
    Aug 2026
    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
  • 18
    Aug 2026
    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
  • 12
    Aug 2026
    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
  • 07
    Aug 2026
    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
  • 04
    Aug 2026
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Election Day

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

    Please see Ballot Drop Locations