FAQs • Clemmons, NC • CivicEngage

What is the tax rate for the Village of Clemmons?: The tax rate is 11.5 cents per $100 of valuation on your home. Example: If your home is valued at $200,000, your Clemmons taxes would be $230 per year.

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1. What is the tax rate for the Village of Clemmons?: The tax rate is 11.5 cents per $100 of valuation on your home. Example: If your home is valued at $200,000, your Clemmons taxes would be $230 per year.

2. Am I inside the Village limits if my mailing address is Clemmons?: Not necessarily. The postal service provides your mailing address. Not everyone with a Clemmons address is inside the village limits. Therefore, your mailing address is not a true indication of your residency. If you have any questions concerning your status please contact us at 336-766-7511.

3. What is the meaning of "village"?: When Clemmons incorporated in 1986, it was incorporated as a "village." Under state law a municipality can be called a "city," "town" or "village." Clemmons chose to be called a "village."

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5. How is garbage and recycling handled in the Village?: Currently, our contract is with Waste Management. Curb-side garbage collection is provided weekly and curbside recycling collection is provided every other week. Call 336-766-9170 with problems or new resident needing roll-out carts. Call 336-723-5744 to purchase an extra roll-out cart.

6. How are rezoning matters handled in the Village?: After a request is submitted and duly advertised for public hearing, the Clemmons Planning Board will hear the request and make a recommendation to the Village Council. Then the Village Council will also hold a public hearing on your request and make a final decision. The whole process generally takes 6 to 8 weeks after your application is submitted. You may contact the Village Planner Nasser Rahimzadeh at 336-766-7511 with questions.

7. What is the speed limit within the Village?: The speed limit is 35 miles per hour unless otherwise posted.

Companies include:

For TV and telephone service see the Residential Information page.

9. Does the Village handle animal control problems?: No, animal control is handled through Forsyth County at 336-703-2490.

10. How do I dispose of my leaves and limbs?: Burning yard waste is prohibited; however, the Village provides a Leaf and Limb Pickup Program. For more information look on the Leaf/Limb/Grass Program page. If you have any questions, call Public Works at 336-766-9170.

11. How do I dispose of large household items such as mattresses and refrigerators?: Currently, the Village does provide this service once a year, usually in March. This is subject yearly to Council approval during the budget process.

12. How do I report a pot-hole on my street?: Send us an email or call the Public Works Department at 336-766-9170.

13. What about driveway permits?: Driveways must be inspected for compliance when you build a new driveway or change an existing one. The cost for the permit is $30. Print your application (PDF) and bring it to Public Works at 3800 Dillon Industrial Drive to get your permit.

14. Do I need a business license to do business in the Village?: No, not for permanent business locations.

15. How do I get a building permit?: Building Permits are issued through City/County Inspections. You may call 336-727-2624 for further information.

16. How do I obtain a North Carolina Driver's License?: Contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at 336-761-2258.

17. How do I register to vote?: Voting is handled through the Forsyth County Board of Elections at 336-703-2800. You may pick up a mail-in application at the Village Hall or Clemmons Library.