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Convenient Motor Vehicle Registration Locations The Anderson County Clerk now offers several convenient locations that handle motor vehicle registration. There are now convenient drive thru locations and many renewals can now be processed from the comfort of your easy chair with our convenient Online Renewal Service.  
To title and register your new vehicle, you will need to submit to your resident county clerk the following:  
•Manufacturer's Statement of Origin
•The new vehicle's invoice
•A copy of your current registration if transferring your license plate
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Business Tax Information Notice! On January First 2010, all business license holders will need to Renew their licenses through the Department of Revenue of the state of Tennessee. Businesses with questions may call the Tennessee Department of Revenue at 865-594-6101.  A Business License form may be downloaded here  

After the first 30 days of operation, a new business has an additional 30 days to obtain a license. The fee for a business license is $15.00. Applications can be completed in the County Clerk's office or by mail.   Learn more >>

You may also Apply for a New Business online.    
So, You Are Getting Married... Congratulations! During the hustle of getting ready for your nuptials we want to make the "business end" of getting ready for your special day easier. You can now apply for your Marriage License Online. Or you can use one of our many convenient office locations.

Premarital Counseling is recommended.

Cost is $40.00 with premarital counseling or $100.00 without premarital counseling.

Copies of Marriage Certificates may be obtained at the County Clerk's office or by mail for $5.00 each.
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Interested In Becoming a Notary? Becoming a Notary is a big responsibility and a respectable service to want to provide to your community. You can now fill out an application online or visit one of our offices to complete the application process.  

A Notary is a county public official whose powers and duties are defined by statute. Basically, a Notary has the power to administer oaths and take depositions, affidavits and acknowledgments. A Notary's powers and duties can be exercised in all counties in the State of Tennessee.
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Notice! On January First 2010, all business license holders will need to Renew their licenses through the Department of Revenue of the state of Tennessee. Businesses with questions may call the Tennessee Department of Revenue at 865-594-6100.
A Business License form may be downloaded here
Businesses applying for a New Business License will still need to apply for the initial license with the County Clerk.
The County Clerk will also continue to be responsible for issuing licenses to transient vendors and owners, managers, operator, or promoters of antique malls, flea markets, craft shows, antique shows, gun shows, and auto shows.

In Anderson County, most businesses must obtain a business license and report their gross receipts to the County Clerk on a yearly basis. The exceptions are businesses that pay the Professional Privilege Tax, manufacture products for the disabled, or gross less than $3,000.00 annually.

After the first 30 days of operation, a new business has an additional 30 days to obtain a license. The fee for a business license is $15.00. Applications can be completed in the County Clerk's office or by mail.

To receive an application, please call the office at 865-457-6228. Our Business Tax Deputy Clerk will be glad to answer questions or mail an application. The completed application and $15.00 fee can be returned by mail to:

Jeff Cole, Anderson County Clerk
100 N. Main Street, Room 111
Clinton, TN 37716-3690
Att. Business Tax Deputy Clerk

Note: When a business closes or transfers ownership, the owner must close out that business license with the State Department of Revenue office, and any outstanding taxes must be paid in full. If this step has not been completed, the new owner can be liable for the outstanding taxes that were incurred by the previous owner.

Businesses that need a Sales Tax Number may call the Tennessee Department of Revenue at 865-594-6100. The office is located on Henley Street in Knoxville.

 

 

 

Organ Donor

donateOrgan donation truly shares life with others. By putting your name on the Donate Life Tennessee Organ and Tissue Donor Registry you can help keep other families together. Learn more >>

Hunting - Fishing

TWRAState hunting and fishing licenses are sold in the Clerk's Office. Visit the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website or call us at 865.457.6226.

Specialty Tags

mitzitagsThe State of Tennessee offers more than 90 specialty license plates for Tennessee motorists to display on their registered motor vehicles. Learn More>