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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 9, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Virginia, we recommend that you visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Virginia portal, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's State Resources list or the USDA's COVID-19 Waivers & Flexibilities for Virginia.

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Description of Program and Relief

City of Virginia Beach Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Relief Program

The COVID-19 Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Relief Program provides households in the City of Virginia Beach tax relief if an occupant has lost their employment due to COVID-19. Relief is in the form of reimbursement for paid residential real estate and personal property taxes for the assessment period between June 5, 2020 and August 5, 2020, but anyone who meets the below eligibility criteria can apply even if they have not paid their tax bill.

If an applicant is approved, real estate tax relief will be paid in the amount of the billed taxes or up to $500, whichever is lower. Personal property tax relief will be paid in the amount of the billed taxes or up to $250, whichever is lower. Households may apply for both real estate and personal property tax relief but will receive no more than a combined maximum of $750.

Government or Lead Agency

City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services

Dates Available

Available now

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

To be eligible, you must:

  • Have established Virginia Beach residency as of March 1, 2020;

  • Be unemployed at any time after March 1, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and

  • Provide a copy of your 2020 real estate and/or personal property tax bills.

You may claim only your primary residence for relief—rental or second properties are not eligible.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

September 30, 2020

Contact for More Information

City of Virginia Beach Human Services Department, Administration: (757) 385-3200

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