AI Datacenter Moratorium
On July 6th, 2026, at the Planning Commission Meeting, Commissioners voted to enact a one-year moratorium on new data center construction in Hamblen County. Click to read the ordinance.
RELIEF FUND APPLICATION EXTENDED
The Hurricane Helene Agricultural and Timber Relief Fund application deadline has been extended to August 31, 2026. Click for full information.
HCLB COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Hamblen County Legislative Body Committee Meetings - Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:00pm in the Large Courtroom of the Hamblen County Courthouse at 511 W. 2nd North Street, Morristown. Visit Meeting Packets to review items on the Agenda.
HCLB COMMISSION MEETING
Hamblen County Legislative Body – Monthly Commission Meeting: Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 5:00pm in the 3rd Floor Large Courtroom – Hamblen County Courthouse located at 511 W. 2nd North St, Morristown. Visit Meeting Packets to review items on the Agenda.
Hamblen County 9-1-1 Announces New Administrative and Alarm Line Telephone Numbers
Morristown, TN - May 15, 2026 - Hamblen County Emergency Communications (9-1-1) is announcing the launch of new telephone numbers dedicated exclusively to administrative calls, non-emergency inquiries, and alarm company reporting. This change is part of the center's ongoing effort to improve service efficiency and ensure that emergency lines remain available for life-threatening situations. Effective [...]
In order to better inform the households of Hamblen County, the Hamblen County Garbage Department has released updated guidance on bulk waste and other garbage disposal. Please click to view this short document, which should answer most questions that may come up regarding garbage, recycling, brush, and bulk waste pickup. Revised Household Refuse/Trash, Recycle, and [...]
HAMBLEN COUNTY HEALTH COUNCIL MEETING
The Hamblen County Health Council will meet on August 5, 2026, 12:00 noon at the Hamblen County Health Department located at 331 W. Main St, Morristown, TN 37814.
Garbage Can Reminders
As Hamblen County begins to use the Automated Side-Loader trucks to pick up garbage, please remember these points when setting out your garbage for collection: Drivers will no longer able to physically handle cans Cans must be at the roadside by 6:00am on the scheduled pick-up day Use only the county-supplied containers All cans must [...]