The Treasurer’s Office in Chesapeake announced on Apr. 29 that the 2026 Personal Property Tax bills have been mailed, with payments due by June 5, 2026. Residents who have recently sold a vehicle, are military members stationed out of state, or have questions about their assessment are advised to contact the Office of the Commissioner of Revenue at cartax@cityofchesapeake.net. Questions regarding payment methods or arrangements can be directed to the Treasurer’s Office at paytax@cityofchesapeake.net.
Tax rates for personal property are established by City Council and can be viewed on the City’s website. Due dates for taxes are determined according to City Code.
The City of Chesapeake preserves historic districts and supports educational events such as reenactments of the Battle of Great Bridge, according to the official website. The city covers an area of 353 square miles across diverse environments, as reported by the official website.
Chesapeake traces its origins back to early English settlements near the Elizabeth River dating from around 1620, according to information provided by the official website. The city is also connected to important Revolutionary War events including the Battle of Great Bridge in 1775, according to the official website.
Chesapeake operates under a council-manager form of government, as stated on its official website.
