As we begin the month of February, there many questions residents have as they approach the February 28 deadline.
Below are some of those Frequently Asked Questions.
Does tax freeze mean I am exempt and do not have to pay property taxes? No, only your tax amount for the tax year you apply is frozen.
Can I apply for tax freeze on all of my properties? No, only your main residency.
Does this mean the value of my home will not increase? No, the tax freeze assessment value at your property Assessor’s Office will keep the value of your property at the current value.
I am not receiving my property tax bill; how do I change my mailing address? You can download the change of address form at the following website and return it to the Davidson County Assessor's Office: https://www.padctn.org/services/change-mailing-address/.
Can the Trustee’s office waive interest for late payments? No, the Trustee’s office does not have the legal authority to do such.
What if I am already on Relief? Applicants already age-qualified for tax relief automatically qualify for tax freeze.
Does the state of Tennessee offer Homestead? No, the state of Tennessee does not offer Homestead.
What if I have a mortgage that pays my property taxes? You will not receive a bill in the mail, and they will pay your property taxes.
Is the Trustee required to mail tax notices? Tennessee law does not require the mailing of tax notices indicating the amount of taxes due. Owners of property are presumed to know that taxes are due without personal notice. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve the responsibility of payment, nor is this a reason for interest charges to be dismissed if the tax bill becomes delinquent.
When are property tax bills mailed out? Tax Statements are mailed the first week of October each year. Property tax bills are mailed to the owner of record. New owners should contact their title company or review their closing statement to determine who is responsible for paying the taxes. Payment of property tax depends on when the property is transferred. Unpaid taxes continue to accrue against the property.
Does the Office of the Trustee set the tax rate or assess property value?
No, the Trustee is a constitutional office that was established as a tax collection agency for each county in the State of Tennessee.
What do I do if I don’t receive a bill in the mail? Call our office at 615-862-6330 and a staff member can either mail or email you a bill. You may also email us to request one at trustee@nashville.gov.
Are partial payments accepted for my taxes? Yes.
What happens if I miss the tax payment deadline? On the first day of each month beginning March 1, interest of 1.5 percent (18 percent annually) is added to your base tax amount.
Where do I appeal my taxes? With the Davidson County Assessor's Office: https://www.padctn.org/real-property/appeal/
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