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Commissioner of Revenue

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1. If I sell or trade my vehicle after January 1st, do I still owe personal property taxes for the whole year?

Yes, Scott County does not prorate personal property taxes. If you were a resident of Scott County on January 1^st, you are liable for personal taxes for the entire year to Scott County.

2. Who has to pay personal property tax?

Anyone who has personal property located in Scott County on January 1^st each year.

3. Who sets the personal property rate?

The Scott County Board of Supervisors establishes personal property rate each year. The tax rate may vary according to category.

4. Who is required to file 762?

Anyone conducting business as an individual partnership or corporation, or if you leased business equipment in Scott County on January 1^st, must file a 762 Form by May 1^st or request a 30 day extension in writing to the Commissioner of Revenue prior to May 1^st.

Mailing Address:

190 Beech St. Suite 206

Gate City, VA 24251

Failure to file will result in a statutory assessment.

The Commissioner of Revenue is required by law to assess the property based on the best information available.

5. Do I have to pay taxes after I reach the age of 65?

Currently, Scott County has a tax relief program that can deduct up to two hundred dollars ($200) from your real estate taxes. To qualify, you must reside in the home as your primary residence, be 65 or older in age or totally and permanently disabled, meet the income and asset guidelines, and be current of taxes.

6. Do I have to pay taxes if I am a Veteran?

A Disabled Veteran who is rated as being 100% in-service connected disability by the U.S. Department Of Veteran’s Affairs is entitled to tax exemption on their primary residence and up to one (1) acre of land on real estate taxes and also one vehicle exempt on personal property taxes.

7. Who sets the real estate tax rates?

The Scott County Board of Supervisors establish the real estate property tax rate each year.

8. My home and land is financed and my taxes are paid by an escrow account, so should I be concerned that I don’t receive a tax ticket?

You should always check that you receive credit for payment of taxes. Ultimately, it is the taxpayer’s responsibility to make sure the taxes are paid.

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1. How do I pay my city water bill?

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3. How do I apply for a job with the City?

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4. My trash didn't get picked up, what should I do now?

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5. How do I get a garage sale permit?

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6. How can I see the agenda for an upcoming City Council or Board meeting?

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Public Safety / GIS

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1. What is E 911?

911 is a lifesaving emergency notification network in which the caller is identified by an automatic number identifier (ANI) and an automatic location identifier (ALI). This information is automatically displayed on the dispatcher's computer screen at the time the emergency call is answered at the dispatch center. The caller is required to only dial 3 numbers 911 to be connected to the public safety answering point (PSAP). 911 is a nationally known emergency notification number.

2. What does the "E" stand for?

Enhanced, this means the dispatcher gets address information as well as phone number information when you dial 911.

3. Why does a road have to have a name?

The name assigns a specific name to a specific road which is used to identify your general location in the county. Your house number on that named road identifies your specific location on that road. Many times a caller is unable to give directions to their home or is unable to remember their road number in time of emergency.

4. How are addresses assigned?

The new address meets the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) standards. Addresses are assigned every 5.28 feet to coincide with 5,280 feet in a mile. You are assigned a house number and street name.

5. Will I still be able to get mail at my post office box?

Yes, if you choose to keep your post office box for your mailing address that is ok. You will have a new 911 address for you house, and you will still be required to post your house number on your house.

6. Will I have to put my new address on my mailbox?

Yes, the postal service needs to be able to find your mailbox.

7. Will I have to put my new address on my house?

Yes, you will be required to put your house number on your house. Posting your number on your house makes it easier for emergency responders to find you. In addition, it assists various delivery services to locate you to provide goods and services that you may have ordered.

8. You can't see my house from the road, how will responders find me?

You will still be required to put your house number on your house and post your house number at the end of the driveway.

9. When will my address change?

Changes to addresses have been made. If you have not received your new 911 address contact the addressing office at 276-386-7220.

10. What is the number for 911?

911

11. Who answers the calls at 911?

The 911 phone system will connect you to the Scott County Emergency Communications Center. An Emergency Communications Specialist will answer your call. Answer all the questions asked of you and stay on the line until the Emergency Communications Specialist tells you to hang up.

12. Will we have improved rescue/fire/police response when 911 goes into effect?

Rescue/fire/police services are the responsibility of the responding agencies. Dialing 911 expedites the answering of the call and provides mapping to locate the emergency.

13. When can I start dialing 911?

The 911 number is operational from landline phones at this time. Scott County 911 is a fully Enhanced 911 Center.

14. I dialed 911 from my cell phone, but didn't get Scott County, why is that?

Your cell phone may have hit a tower that is not routed to Scott County Emergency Communications Center. You need to identify your location to the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) that you reached. The PSAP will attempt to route you to the correct PSAP.

15. I need to talk to someone, but it is not an emergency, who do I call?

386-9111 is the non-emergency number that you may use for non-emergency situations. The 911 number is only to be used to summons help during an emergency situation.

16. Who can I call if I have a question?

If you have a question regarding your address please contact the addressing department at 276-386-7220.

17. I am moving to Scott County, who do I contact to find out what my address is?

Scott County E 911 is the addressing agent for the entire county including the towns of Clinchport, Duffield, Dungannon, Gate City, Nickelsville, and Weber City. You will need to visit the office to obtain your address. The address application may be downloaded. View the Addressing form (PDF).

18. I am building a house in Scott County, how do I get an address so that I can have my power turned on?

If you are building a new home or setting up a new trailer or doublewide home in Scott County you will need to complete the building permit process (Building Permit information). You will also need the driveway location roughed in so that the mapping will accurately reflect its location. When the footers have been approved E 911 staff will visit the site and GPS the footers and driveway.

19. I live in an apartment complex; will I still have a street address and apartment number?

Yes, apartment complexes will be addressed with a structure number, street name and unit number.

20. Will I use my 911 address to receive mail?

If you do not choose to receive mail at a post office box then you will use your 911 address as your mailing address.

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Voter Registration

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1. What are the qualifications to register to vote in Virginia?

You must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Virginia, and be 18 years of age by the next general election. You must have had your rights restored if you have ever been convicted of a felony or have been judged mentally incapacitated in a Circuit Court.

2. When are elections held in Virginia?

General elections are held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday every November. Local government elections and School Board are held on the first Tuesday in November of even-numbered years beginning in 2022. Visit this website or consult the local news media outlets for further information on special elections and primaries.

3. How do I change my address?

If you have moved within the state, you will need to update your voter record. You can do so online, by mail or in our office. If your move occurred since the last November election, you may return to and vote at your previous polling location. Remember, all voters must update their records to reflect current residence because eligibility to vote requires residence in the precinct assigned based on their residence. 

If you have moved from another state, you will have to complete a Virginia Voter Registration Application. You may only be registered to vote in one state.

4. How do I complete a Virginia Voter Registration Application?

You have several options:

• You may apply online: https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/
• You can contact us and request the application.
• You may visit our office and complete the application.

5. What happens if I lost, Damaged, and/or spoiled my ballot?

If you damage, mark incorrectly (spoil), or lose your original absentee ballot, or if you never received the absentee ballot in the mail, call the Office of Elections immediately at (276) 386-3843 and we will explain what you need to do to get a replacement ballot.

6. Do I need to bring an ID to the polls?

Virginia law requires all voters to provide an acceptable form of ID when voting in person. Voters arriving at the polls without an acceptable form of ID will be required to either sign an ID Confirmation Statement or vote a provisional ballot.

7. Additional FAQs (Virginia Department of Elections)

Additional FAQs (Virginia Department of Elections)

Additional FAQs (Virginia Department of Elections)