The Department of Tax Administration's (DTA) Personal Property and Business License Division is responsible for the assessment of all local business-related taxes. These include business tangible property, business license, mixed beverage, transient occupancy (TOT), and short-term daily rental. Our business tax specialists are available to provide assistance with state and local business regulations, licensing, and other questions associated with doing business in Fairfax County.
Starting a new business in Fairfax County? Welcome! There are many things to consider including trade name registration, incorporation, licenses, permits, and taxes.
Most businesses operating in Fairfax County must possess a Business, Professional and Occupational License (BPOL).
Businesses in the County are required to pay taxes on tangible properties, which includes office furniture, computer equipment, machinery, and tools.
Here are some frequently asked questions relating to business taxes in Fairfax County.
In addition to business licenses and tangible property tax, some businesses are subject to additional taxation. If you are a short-term rental business, food truck, bank, or rent your home, apartment, or a room on short-term basis, these additional taxes may apply to you:
Any person or business assessed a Business, Professional and Occupational License (BPOL), machinery and tools or business tangible property tax may seek a review of their assessment.