Commissioner of the Revenue

Office Closed Until Further Notice

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the city is enhancing its social distancing measures.  Therefore, our offices are closed to the public effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice. 

Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.

Modified Department Phone Hours:

Business License: 8am-2pm

Business Related Taxes: 8am-2pm

Personal Property: 8am-2pm

State Income and Tax Relief:  8am-3pm

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Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue

The Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue is responsible for the assessment of various taxes mandated by the Code of Virginia and Newport News Local Tax Ordinances. Our office also offers, as a free service to Taxpayers, assistance in filing their Virginia State Income Tax Return. Our office is also happy to announce that we are now providing DMV Select services at both of our Newport News locations between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4 PM, Monday – Friday. We seek to provide efficient service and friendly assistance in the performance of these many duties.

DMV Connect

The Department of Motor Vehicles Customer Service Center DMV Connect will be visiting our City Hall at 2400 Washington Avenue, Newport News, Virginia, every other month starting in January.

Important Dates to Remember

Fee / Tax Filing
Filing Date
Vehicle License Fee
December 5
Personal Property Filing
 February 15
Business Professional and Occupational License Tax
 March 1
Business Tangible Property Filing
 March 1
State Income Tax
 May 1
Business Tangible Property Tax
 June 5 and
December 5
Personal Property Tax
 June 5 and
December 5
Real Estate Tax
 June 5 and
December 5

Please feel free to contact us with your questions, comments, and suggestions. Our Office Personnel will be happy to respond to you within 5 business days of your inquiry.