2021 Tennessee Code
Part 13 - Classification and Assessment — Utilities and Carriers
§ 67-5-1332. Lien of Taxes — Delinquency

The taxes so assessed in behalf of counties, towns, and cities shall be a first lien upon the property from January 1 of the year for which the taxes are assessed, and they shall become due and delinquent as all other ad valorem taxes.