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Home → Departments → Archives Archives Department Nav Home Overview of Holdings Collections Card Catalog Requests When You Visit The Sumner County Archives was established in December, 1986 under Tennessee Code by the Sumner County Commission. Sumner County was formed in 1786 and most records survive from that date. The Archives is the official depository and research facility for county records and operates under Tennessee State law and the direction of the Sumner County Public Records Commission. Almost all early county records are housed at the Archives. In addition to county records, the Archives has an excellent library collection that includes local genealogy and history. The Overview of Holdings provides a more detailed accounting of the holdings. All requests for information are handled by a limited staff. Reply time for a request is usually about two weeks. If you are traveling from out of the area it is advised you call the Archives before starting out to confirm the Archives will be open for your visit. Public internet access is not available on SCA computers, however SCA is wireless and has electric outlets for personal computers. Scanners, cameras and other forms of imaging equipment belonging to researchers are not allowed in the Archives. All bags, purses and laptop cases are not permitted in the Archives, lockers with locks are available. Cell phone use is not permitted in the research area. Food and drink is not permitted in the research area but is permitted in the conference room. A conference room is available for patron use for discussion and exchange of research information. Food and drink is permitted in this room. Address & Contact 365 North Belvedere Drive Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-0037 archives@sumnercountytn.gov Open 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday except for posted holidays . 355 North Belvedere Drive Gallatin, TN 37066 Facebook Instagram Youtube Terms of Use Help Center Terms of Use Help Center Assessor of Property Frequently Asked Questions General Questions Where can I find information on property tax sales? Property Appraisal Why is property taxed in Tennessee? What does the assessor do? Will the value of my property change every year? How is my home appraised for property tax purposes? How does the assessor determine market value? Does the assessor visit my property? If I bought my house last year, shouldn’t the value be the same as what I paid for it a year ago? When will I be notified of the value of my property? How can I determine whether or not the appraisal of my home is accurate? What can I do if I believe the value of my home is incorrect? Assessment Appeals To appeal or not to appeal? Is there help available? How do I file an appeal? What happens after I appeal? How do I prepare an appeal? What if I don’t like the value the Board determines? Can I go straight to the State Board and not present an appeal to the Sumner County Board of Equalization? Property Exemptions What types of organizations are eligible for exemption from property taxation? Wouldn’t any property owned by a tax-exempt organization be automatically exempted from property taxes? How does an organization apply for an exemption? What documents or other material should be provided with the application? After the exemption is approved, how often is the property owner required to update the record or re-apply? Greenbelt Program What is The Agricultural, Forest, and Open Space Act of 1976? What types of properties are eligible for enrollment in the Greenbelt” program? How do I apply for Greenbelt? What are Rollback Taxes”? Mobile Homes Are mobile homes taxable property in Tennessee? If a mobile home is located in a mobile home park, who is responsible for paying the taxes, the homeowner or the park owner? Are active duty military personnel required to pay property taxes on their mobile homes? What responsibility does the owner of a Mobile Home Park have in reporting improvements (mobile homes) on their property? Why is the value listed in the assessor’s office different than what I paid for the mobile home? Tangible Personal Property Who has to file a Tangible Personal Property Schedule? What is considered "tangible personal property" under the law? What if I’m a very small business and don’t have an accounting staff? What happens if I don’t file the schedule by March 1? Will I be audited? How will I know if my assessment is changed? Periodic Reappraisal Why is Reappraisal necessary? How are Reappraisal values established? How does the general maintenance of property affect reappraisal values? How does structural damage affect reappraisal value? What if Property Owners disagree with their reappraisal values? What is Market Value? Where can I find information on property tax sales? For information on property tax sales please see the Clerk and Masters office.This site will have all information on available tax sales in the county.Why is property taxed in Tennessee? Article II Section 28 of the Tennessee Constitution states: "…all property real, personal or mixed shall be subject to taxation…" Your property tax dollars are used by city, county, and state governments to provide funding for roads, parks, fire and police protection, public schools, and many other local services.What does the assessor do? The assessor of property has the duty of determining the value and classification of all property except public utility property which is valued by the State of Tennessee, Comptroller of the Treasury, Office of State Assessed Properties. The assessor estimates only the value of your property and the County Commission determines the appropriate tax rate to fund the county budget.Will the value of my property change every year? Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Section 67-5-1601 reappraisal must be completed either in a four, five, or six-year cycle. Sumner County is on a 5-year reappraisal cycle. The next reappraisal is scheduled for 2024. Normally, the value placed on a property during the year of a reappraisal remains undisturbed until the next reappraisal unless the value is changed on appeal or corrected for physical characteristics such as the addition or deletion of an improvement or land.How is my home appraised for property tax purposes? The assessor appraises your home at "market value". Market...