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  Commissioner of the Revenue

   Lois B. Jacob, Commissioner of the Revenue
   715 Princess Anne Street, Room 102
   P.O. Box 644, Fredericksburg, VA  22404
   Write to Ms. Jacob
      (540) 372-1004
      FAX: (540) 372-1197
      Office Hours: M - F
      8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Welcome to the Web site of the Commissioner of the Revenue's Office for the City of Fredericksburg. The Commissioner of the Revenue is elected by the citizens of the City and serves a four-year term at the pleasure of the voters. The Commissioner is the chief assessing officer for those taxes prescribed by state law and local ordinance. This office oversees the appraisal and assessment of all real property in the City, administers the City's real estate tax relief program and land use program, assesses individual and business personal property, issues business licenses, and administers local taxes on meals, lodging, admissions, cigarettes, utility services, and mobile communications. The guidelines for administering the taxes are set forth in the Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, and the Fredericksburg City Code, Chapter 70.

A primary goal in the performance of our duties is to give the utmost in service and assistance to individuals at the local level. The purpose of this site is to provide information and answer your questions. As you explore these pages, I welcome any questions, comments, or suggestions which you might have. You may call me at (540) 372-1004 or e-mail me.