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Our city of approximately 10,000 residents is located in northeastern North Carolina on the beautiful Pamlico River. We are proud to have been the first city in America to be named for General George Washington, the future first president of the United States.
In its infancy, Washington was a regional shipping center because of its strategic location at the junction of inland and coastal rivers. The shipping heritage is evident in some waterfront commercial buildings from that era. The architecture in the large residential and commercial Historic District captures later phases of Washington's history and development. Main Street in Washington's Historic Downtown is flanked by 19th & early 20th century commercial buildings punctuated with ornate brickwork.
Recent renovations to the waterfront provide a stronger connection between Washington's unique features— its scenic water venue and its quaint Historic District — as the city and the community chart the course for a prosperous and vital future.
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Draft of City Code
The City of Washington is in the process of revising and posting the City Code on this web site. As part of the process, a draft of the City Code is available through the link below for review by the public. This copy of the City Code is unofficial until adopted by the City Council. If you have any questions regarding the City Code, please contact the City Clerk at 252-975-9318. Click Here to View the Draft of the City Code.
Weatherization Assistance Program
City of Washington is partnering with Martin County Community Action Agency, Inc. to distribute nearly $800,000 in stimulus money for weatherizing low‐to‐moderate income homes throughout Washington Electric’s service district. Click Here For More Information.
Washington Waterfront Visualization and Reinvestment Strategy
Click Here to Learn More.
Project Help - The City's New Utility Assistance Program
Would you like to help someone in need by adding $1.00 or more to your monthly bill? Project Help serves City utility customers who need help paying their utility bills. Sponsored by Eagle Wings and the City of Washington. For more information click here.
Fire Hydrant Testing / Free Chlorine - As part of the State required regular maintenance of the distribution system, the City of Washington will be feeding free chlorine into the city's water system starting Saturday, January 9th to Monday, January 25th. Testing will involve flushing water from fire hydrants. You may notice some cloudiness in your tap water during the testing period due to sediments floating in the water lines. The discoloration is harmless and will clear up after a short period. If you have any questions concerning the testing of the hydrants or chlorine, call the Public Works Office at (252) 975-9302.
Long Term Leases Now Available For Boats 35’ and Under
Call 252-975-9367 Ext 221. Click here for more information.
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Mission Statement
It is our mission within the City of Washington to build upon citizen trust by fostering and practicing open, accountable, inclusive, and responsive government; to provide quality municipal services; to preserve and protect Washington's unique Southern character and heritage; to plan and manage growth in harmony with our natural surroundings of the river and the estuary; and to promote livability by enhancing and protecting our diverse neighborhoods. Quality of life for residents and visitors shall be our paramount consideration.
Customer Service Commitment
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ENERGY DEPOT is a free home energy audit tool for the customers of Washington Electric Utilities. It will assist you in reducing your energy usage and show you how to make your home more energy efficient. In addition, you can compare the energy consumption of different appliances and use a library of useful energy related information.
Click here to use ENERGY DEPOT.
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