Commissioner of the Revenue

Providing Superior Service and Quality to the Citizens of Norfolk 

We are the Chief Assessor for the City of Norfolk. We provide the following services to aid in the continued economic growth of our city:

• Assessment of individual and business personal property
• Issuance and renewal of business licenses
• Administration of all fiduciary taxes
• Provider of DMV Select services
• Evaluation of customer tax compliance
• Assistance and processing of Virginia State Income Taxes
• Investigation of inquiries and delinquent accounts

Useful Information

• Report the Move, Sale, or Disposal of a Vehicle Online.
• If you have moved out of state you may be required to provide us with a copy of the new registration or title.
• Are you an Active Duty Military Member and a Non-Virginia Resident? Please view the requirements for exemption.
• Simplifying Business - How to Start a Business in the City of Norfolk (PDF).
• Effective January 1, 2016, an opportunity for a BPOL tax exemption (PDF) may exist for new businesses that locate in Norfolk.