The Investigations Division of the Commissioner’s Office handles a myriad of duties in service to the taxpayers and to the City of Virginia Beach. All tax assessments including licenses, property declarations, cigarette tax stamps, etc., are monitored and held in compliance with local and state ordinances and codes. Complaints and concerns received regarding taxes the Commissioner administers are often resolved at this level.
The Investigations staff ensures that businesses locating and located within Virginia Beach are properly licensed, remit required consumer taxes, and file property declarations appropriately. Investigators also prepare for the prosecution of tax law violators in the appropriate court of jurisdiction.