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Docks require building permits, but because they are in the shoreline, they may require additional local or state permits.

Repairs. If your dock repair will costs less than $10,000, it is exempt from a permit.  However, you will still need to follow the general design standards for docks.  If your repair costs over $10,000 it is subject to a substantial development permit. Click here for specific information and contact our planning department.

Replacements:  If you are repairing 75% of an old dock, or the entire dock in a 5 year period, it is considered a replacement.  Replacement docks that cost more than $20,000 require a substantial development permit and will be subject to other agency approval like the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.  For substantial development permits, you will need to fill out JARPA.

For all shoreline questions and information click here.

If you own property within 200' of the banks of Lake Chelan or the river, any development activity you do on your property is subject to the City's Shoreline Master Program.  Your project may or may not require a permit.  The Program makes provisions for most low impact projects to be exempt from a substantial development permit.  But even if your project is exempt from a permit, the standards in the Shoreline Program relating to your activity still need to be followed.

To know for sure visit the Master Program  here or contact a planner in the planning department.

You can view open job opportunities and apply for an open position here.

You can contact City Council Members here.

City Council meetings are held the 2^nd & 4^th Tuesday of each month beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Instructions for filing a claim for damages can be found here.

Present in Person or Mail the Claim Form and Supporting Documents to:

City Chelan
c/o City Clerk’s Office
135 East Johnson Avenue
PO Box 1669
Chelan, WA  98816

Voice: 509.682.8019
Fax: 509.682.8009
Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Closed on weekends and official holidays

Download the Claim for Damages Packet here. 

Information on the City of Chelan Public Record Policy can be found here. You may file online here or download the form here.

The request may be hand delivered, mailed, faxed or emailed to the City Clerk at:

Peri Gallucci, CMC
135 East Johnson – Physical Address
PO Box 1669 – Mailing Address
Chelan, WA  98816
509-682-8019 - Phone
509-682-8009 – Fax
[email protected]

City Hall is located at 135 E. Johnson Chelan, WA 98816. For directions, click here.

You can contact Mayor Mike Cooney by calling 509-682-8018 or via email at [email protected].

You can discuss your project with a building plans reviewer during regular business hours. Appointments are not required. For questions, contact us at (509) 682-8017.  Permit applications are accepted between 8 am and 4 pm, Monday thru Thursday. For more information, visit the City of Chelan Building Department.