Personal Property Tax
Personal property taxes on automobiles, motorcycles, trucks and trailers are assessed by the Commissioner of the
Revenue. The taxes are prorated on a monthly basis.
The tax rate, as set by the Suffolk City
Council, is $4.25 per $100 of valuation. The due date
for personal property taxes is December 5. Any questions
regarding the personal property tax should be addressed
to the Commissioner of the Revenue (757) 514-4260.
Business & Professional Licenses
All business and professional operations must purchase a license before operating in the City
of Suffolk. Business licenses are due March 1 of each year and are sold by the
Commissioner of the Revenue after a zoning clearance has been issued by Planning and Community Development.
Questions regarding zoning should be addressed to Planning and Community Development.
Real Estate Tax
Questions regarding real estate taxes should be addressed to the City Real Estate Assessor
Sales Tax
Questions about sales taxes should be addressed to the Virginia Department of Taxation