Community Planning & Development

Mission Statement
The community development department provides programs and activities which improve the quality of life and economic vitality of the community.

Services Provided
The department is responsible for development of plans and programs for the social, historic and economic welfare of our community, including the city’s comprehensive plan, and the development regulations that implement those plans. The department also provides staff support for development and review of specialized plans, such as neighborhood and sub-area plans.  Permit applications are reviewed and approved, and inspections are made of all work to ensure safety and compliance with all applicable city and state regulations.   The department administers and enforces adopted ordinances, codes and policies that reflect the environment in which our citizens wish to live.  The department also assists the economic development office in implementing projects and programs that enhance the economic vitality of the city.

Historic Preservation Commission

The purpose of the Historic Preservation Commission is to provide for the identification, enhancement, perpertuation, and use of the historic resources within the city.

Chehalis Historic Preservation Commission

Chairman - Dr. Henry (Hank) Kirk

 Members - Barbara Mason, Douglas Burton, Barbara Scott, Merrilee Kenyon, and Bambi Allred-Forsman.

Regular Historic Preservation Commission meetings are scheduled for the first Monday of each month 7:00 p.m. at the City of Chehalis Activity Building, 1321 S. Market Blvd.