ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE-RESOURCE LANDS ONLY
TYPE I APPLICATION
Type I applications involve decisions that do not require public notice. The administrator is the decision making
body for the Type I application.
The following are required to be submitted with this Administrative Variance application to begin the review
process:
STAFF APPLICANT
Completed Site Plan
(with all the requirements on the Lewis County Community Development ‘Site
Plan Requirements’ Handout)
Completed ‘General Information’ Application
Completed ‘Administrative Variance’ Application
Application Fees
Any appe
als will be heard by the Lewis County Hearing Examiner per the Lewis County Code Chapter 17.05.
Lewis County
Community Development
2025 NE Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA 98532
Phone: (360) 740-1146 ● Fax: (360) 740-1245
For Official Use Only:
Date of Completed Application: ____________________ Application Number: ________________________
Associated Permits: ______________________________ Permit Technician: __________________________
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STAFF
SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS
This checklist is intended to give a general idea of the information required for a site plan. The
application should NOT be submitted unless all points below are addressed. The checklist must be
submitted with the application. Submit multiple maps if necessary. Additional information may be requested.
Any additional information which the applicant feels will assist in evaluating the proposal is encouraged.
Minimum size is 8.5x11-Maxiumim size is 11x17
APPLICANT
North arrow
Vicinity map with location and name of all roads surrounding the property
All property lines (if the parcel is large, provide a close up)
Setbacks from property lines for all proposed structures if an accurate scale is not
provided
Location and identification of all existing and proposed structures with dimensions.
Examples including, but not limited to: houses, sheds, barns, fences, culverts, bridges,
retaining walls, and decks
Distance from other structures if within 10 feet
Test holes, septic tanks, septic lines, drainfields, and reserve areas
Wells, well circles with a 100-foot radius, water lines, etc. and all utility easements
Distance between existing and proposed septic, wells, and buildings
Location of all existing or proposed driveways and dimensions, easements, access roads
etc. If there is an access easement, please provide a copy
Location and identification of any known critical areas on site. Examples including, but
not limited to, wetlands, streams or other surface waters, steep slopes, etc.
Location of any known and proposed stormwater facilities
Location, depth, and extent of any clearing, grading and filling
For all projects other than a single family dwelling, a description of the proposed use is
required. Examples include, but are not limited to: personal storage, commercial uses,
agricultural uses, garage, etc.
Lewis County Public Services
2025 NE Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA 98532 Phone: (360) 740-1146 Fax: (360) 740-1245
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Lewis County Community Development
Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Check one: Owner
Authorized Agent
GENERAL INFORMATION
Acknowledgment
I understand that County regulations require owner permission for County personnel to enter private property to conduct permit processing,
review, and inspections. I also understand that my failure to grant permission to enter may result in denial or withdrawal of a permit or approval. By
my signature below, permission is granted for representatives of the Community Development, Environmental Services, and Public Works
Department to enter and remain on and about the property for the sole purpose of processing such permits and performing required
inspections or reviews.
Prior notification of the date of inspections will take place is: Required Not Required
(________) ___________________ (Must provide phone number where applicant/representative can be reached)
I/We certify that all plans, specifications and other submissions required in support of this application conform to the requirements of all
federal, state, and local codes and applicable laws and ordinances; and I certify that I am either the current legal owner of this property or
their authorized representative. With this document, I take full responsibility for the lawful action that this document allows.
I certify that I have read and understand the limitations and conditions of Lewis County Code and agree to comply with all conditions of
approval. I understand that any permits issued by Lewis County, consistent with the attached site plan, are valid ONLY if construction is in
according to this plan and all other conditions of the permit are followed. By my signature below, I affirm that all the information and
documents provided with this application are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Property Information:
Tax Parcel Number (s): ____________________________________________________________________________
Zoning: ____________________________________ Acreage: ____________________________________________
Site Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Owner’
s Name: __________________________________________________________________________________
Owner’s Address: ________________________________________________________________________________
Owner’s Phone Number: __________________ Owner’s Email: __________________________________________
_______ Quarter Section, Section _______, Township _______ North, Range _______ East/West (Circle One)
Applicant Information:
Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ E-mail: ________________________________________________
Surveyor/Engineer or Other Contractor Information (Attach additional sheets if necessary):
Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ E-mail: ________________________________________________
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Parcel Number: __________________________________ Permit Number: _______________
The proposed project is: Within 100 feet from Agricultural Resource Land
Within 150 feet from Forest Resource Land
Within 50 feet from Mineral Resource Land
The proposed project requests the setback to be reduced to: ______ feet from the checked Resource Land
above.
Reasons existing setbacks cannot be met (i.e. topography, soils. Or shape of site). Applications submitted
without reasonable justification for reduction in setbacks cannot be approved:
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The proposed structure is ___________ square feet.
What will the proposed structure be used for? Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Other
Please provide a brief description of the proposal: ________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
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Lewis County Community Development
2025 NE Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA 98532 Phone: (360) 740-1146 Fax: (360) 740-1245
ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE
Fees: The minimum fee due at the time of submittal is $170. Additional fees may
apply.
An Administrative Variance application is applied for to reduce a setback from Resource Lands Only. Reduction in the
setbacks from County or State right-of-way must be approved by application through Lewis County Public Works or
Washington State Department of Transportation.
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