Williamson County
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Williamson County · Incorporated town
Nolensville, Tennessee
A Williamson County town with its own zoning, plan and tax rate
Nolensville is an incorporated town in Williamson County, Tennessee, with 13,829 residents at the 2020 Census. The town sets zoning under a 2023 ordinance and a 2017 comprehensive plan. For 2026, owners pay the county rate of $1.30 plus the town’s $0.34 per $100, billed by the Williamson County Trustee.
In short: Nolensville is a Williamson County, Tennessee town of 13,829 residents. For 2026, owners pay the county’s $1.30 plus the town’s $0.34 per $100.
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Overview
Nolensville at a glance
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Incorporated town with a general law Manager-Commission charter. The state’s municipal directory lists an 1838 incorporation, while another source describes a later reincorporation, so confirm the incorporation history with the town | Note 1 |
| Government | Five-member Town Commission and a Town Manager | Note 2 |
| Population | 13,829 at the 2020 Census | Note 4 |
| Land area | 10.44 square miles (2020 Census) | Note 4 |
| Comprehensive plan | Adopted December 12, 2017 | Note 7 |
| Zoning ordinance | Adopted March 2, 2023, effective March 17, 2023; amended in 2025 | Note 8 |
| Property tax, 2026 | County $1.30 plus town $0.34 per $100 of assessed value, or $1.64 combined, billed by the County Trustee; the same figures applied in 2025. Residential property is assessed at 25% of appraised value | Notes 13, 14, 5, 15 |
| Town Hall ZIP | 37135 (7218 Nolensville Rd.) | Note 3 |
For county-wide rates and rules, see the Williamson County guide. Nearby: Franklin, Thompson’s Station and Brentwood.
Setting
What is Nolensville’s setting?
The town’s comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance shape how land is reviewed.
- The 2017 Comprehensive Plan lists a proposed 31-A multiuse path and supports an alternative route around the town’s historic district center (Note 7).
- The town’s zoning ordinance was amended in 2025 to change the Historic Zoning Commission provisions (Ordinance 25-04, April 3, 2025). The superseded 2020 ordinance listed a Historic District overlay; whether the 2023 ordinance keeps it was not verified, so ask Planning (Notes 8, 9).
- The town’s Planning Department uses an online portal, GeoCivix, for applications from June 1, 2026 (Note 10).
Local rules
Which rules govern land in Nolensville?
Inside town limits the town’s Zoning Ordinance applies. The current ordinance was adopted March 2, 2023 and took effect March 17, 2023 (Note 8).
- The ordinance was amended in 2025, including Historic Zoning Commission changes, so confirm the current text with the Planning Department (Note 8).
- The town’s floodplain regulations, Ordinance 20-41, adopt FEMA’s Flood Insurance Study dated February 26, 2021 and its flood maps. FEMA maps can be revised, so check the current effective map on FEMA’s map service (Notes 11, 16).
- The current district names and minimum lot sizes were not verified, because the available district list belongs to the superseded 2020 ordinance (Note 9).
Land outside the town limits is in unincorporated Williamson County, where county rules apply. Confirm which jurisdiction a parcel is in before relying on any rule.
Due diligence
What should you check before buying in Nolensville?
| Check | Why it matters here | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Town or county jurisdiction | Confirm the parcel is inside town limits; outside them, Williamson County’s ordinance and tax apply instead | Notes 2, 13 |
| Zoning district under the 2023 ordinance | Ask the Planning Department which district applies, and whether a historic overlay or commission review applies | Notes 8, 10 |
| Flood status | Check the address on FEMA’s map service and ask for any elevation certificate | Notes 11, 16 |
| Septic or sewer | Tennessee requires a septic permit. Ask whether the property has public sewer or a septic system and who permitted it | Note 12 |
| Tax bill | The county and the town each set a rate and the Trustee bills both. The town rate rose from $0.29 in 2024 to $0.34 in 2025 and is $0.34 on the county’s 2026 page; confirm the current rate with the Trustee | Notes 6, 14, 13 |
This is a checklist, not advice. Confirm each item with the town, Williamson County and your attorney.
Comparison
How does Nolensville compare with nearby places?
| Community | Setting | How it differs |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson’s Station | Town to the southwest | Town rate of $0.103 per $100 for 2026, against $0.34 in Nolensville (Note 13) |
| Brentwood | City to the north | City rate of $0.19 per $100 for 2026, against $0.34 in Nolensville (Note 13) |
| Franklin | City and county seat | City rate of $0.296 per $100 for 2026; a Franklin Special School District tax applies inside that district (Note 13) |
Working with ABODE
How does ABODE help in Nolensville?
Buying here starts with the jurisdiction and the district. ABODE International Realty LLC is licensed in Tennessee (Real Estate Firm 263936), and its Murfreesboro office lists Nolensville as a service area. Conversations are private.
Keep reading
Which related guides should you read next?
Franklin
The county seat, with its own rate and a Franklin Special School District tax district
Thompson’s Station
A town with its own Land Development Ordinance and transect zoning
Brentwood
A city with its own zoning and a $0.19 city rate for 2026
Cool Springs
A commercial and mixed-use area spanning Franklin and Brentwood
Rutherford County
The 2026 reappraisal, rates, unincorporated zoning and the School Facilities Tax
Murfreesboro
Rutherford County’s seat, with a 2026 city rate, impact fees and floodplain rules
Questions
Nolensville real estate: frequently asked questions
Is Nolensville a town or a city?
It is an incorporated town in Williamson County, Tennessee, with a Town Commission and a Town Manager. Its population was 13,829 at the 2020 Census. The state’s municipal directory lists an 1838 incorporation, while another source describes a later reincorporation, so confirm the incorporation history with the town.
What property tax rate applies in Nolensville?
For 2026, the county rate is $1.30 and the town rate $0.34 per $100 of assessed value, billed by the Williamson County Trustee. Residential property is assessed at 25% of appraised value. The town rate rose from $0.29 in 2024 to $0.34 in 2025 and was unchanged for 2026; confirm the current rate with the Trustee.
What zoning applies in Nolensville?
Inside town limits, the Nolensville Zoning Ordinance applies. It was adopted March 2, 2023, took effect March 17, 2023, and was amended in 2025. Confirm a parcel’s district with the Planning Department.
Does Nolensville have a comprehensive plan?
Yes. The Nolensville Comprehensive Plan was adopted December 12, 2017. The planning page refers to a Land Use Plan, and whether the plan has been updated since 2017 was not confirmed.
Is Nolensville in a flood zone?
Flood status depends on the parcel. The town’s Ordinance 20-41 adopts FEMA’s Flood Insurance Study dated February 26, 2021, and FEMA maps can be revised. Check the address on FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center for the current effective map.
Does ABODE International Realty work in Nolensville?
ABODE International Realty LLC is licensed in Tennessee as Real Estate Firm 263936, and its Murfreesboro office lists Nolensville among its service areas. Request a consultation to discuss a purchase or sale.
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Sources and notes
- UT-MTAS: Nolensville. Lists a general law Manager-Commission town in Williamson County, with an incorporation year of 1838 (February 1, 1838). Another source describes a later reincorporation, so confirm the incorporation history with the town. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: Board of Commissioners. A five-member Town Commission is the policy-making body and the Town Manager is chief administrative officer. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville (official site). Town Hall is at 7218 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN 37135. Checked October 5, 2026.
- U.S. Census Bureau: QuickFacts, Nolensville town. 2020 Census population 13,829 and land area 10.44 square miles. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: property tax. The town’s page gives 34 cents per $100 of assessed value, collected by Williamson County, with no tax year stated. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Williamson Scene: Nolensville budget (secondary). Reports the rate rose from $0.29 to $0.34 for fiscal 2026. A draft budget packet showed a higher placeholder estimate that was not adopted. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: Comprehensive Plan. Adopted December 12, 2017. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: Zoning Ordinance. Adopted March 2, 2023, effective March 17, 2023, with 2025 amendments including changes to the Historic Zoning Commission (Ordinance 25-04, April 3, 2025). Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: 2020 Zoning Ordinance (superseded). The 2020 ordinance listed an Estate Residential district and a Historic District overlay. It has been superseded, so current district names and lot sizes were not verified. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: Planning Department. From June 1, 2026 planning applications go through the GeoCivix portal. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Town of Nolensville: Ordinance 20-41, Floodplain Regulations. Adopts FEMA’s Flood Insurance Study dated February 26, 2021 and its flood maps, to keep the town eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation: septic system permits. A Septic System Construction Permit is required statewide. The local permitting office for Nolensville was not confirmed on an official page. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Williamson County: 2026 property tax rates and calculator (county page). Lists the county-wide $1.30 per $100 and the Nolensville town rate of $0.34 per $100 for tax year 2026. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Williamson County: 2025 property tax rates (county document). Lists $1.30 per $100 as the county rate inside Nolensville and a town rate of $0.34 for 2025, up from $0.29 in 2024; states that each body sets its own rate. Checked October 5, 2026.
- Williamson County: assessment formula (county FAQ). Appraised value times 25% for residential property gives assessed value. Checked October 5, 2026.
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center. FEMA’s official public source for flood hazard maps; search by address. Checked October 5, 2026.