The TN Dept of Revenue has issued a 2023 sales tax holiday for food and food ingredients starting at 12:01 am on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 and ending on October 31, 2023 at 11:59 pm. This sales tax holiday does not apply to Hospitality Tax. For more information please visit www.tn.gov
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You are required to file any prior and current tax period filings on the CSS system found at https://step.seviervilletn.org. If you have trouble registering please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., call 865-453-5504, or check out our FAQ on how to setup an account in the new CSS system.
Hospitality tax includes 2% restaurant and amusement taxes and 3% lodging tax.
To set up your account, please use the following links:
If you are outside the city limits, determine your location and contact your jurisdiction at:
Sevier County: 865-453-5502
Pigeon Forge: 865-453-9061
Gatlinburg: 865-436-1400
Note: Please remember to attach the proper tax exempt documentation when mailing your form and payment if you are using the tax exempt option when filing your return.