Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get a Town of Halifax Business License application?
You can download the application here and return it to Town Hall by mail or in person. Other applications like Sign Permits are available in our Documents Repository.

Where do I purchase dog tags?
Halifax Treasurers Office, 1030 Mary Bethune Street, Halifax, VA
Phone: (434) 476-3318

Where do I go to get my concealed carry permit?
Halifax Courthouse, 8 S. Main Street, Halifax, VA
Phone: (434)476-3385

Who do I call for a water leak, water issue or a sewer related question?
Halifax County Service Authority, 2529 Houghton Avenue, South Boston
Phone: (434) 575-4240

Where do I go to have my fingerprints taken?
Halifax County Sheriff’s Department, 134 S. Main Street, Halifax,VA
Phone: (434) 476-3339

What is the phone number for the Commission of Revenue?
(434) 476-3314

Where do I go to get a Building Permit?
Halifax County Administration Office, Building Officials Office, 1050 Mary Bethune Street, Halifax
Phone: (434) 476-3300

What do I do to have a vehicle removed from my tax bill that I no longer own?
Contact the Commission of Revenue Office at (434) 476-3314

Why do I pay Personal Property tax on a vehicle that was sold during the year?
Any Vehicle owned on the 1st of January for that particular year will receive a bill for Personal Property Tax.

How do I get in touch with the Treasurer’s office?
Call the Halifax County Treasurers Office at (434) 476-3318

Why do I have to pay both town taxes and county taxes when I live in the Town of Halifax?
Town taxes help to pay for 24-hour Fire Department, Police Department, Sanitation Service, Library Services, Sidewalks.

Where is the Commissioner of Revenue office located?
The Commission of Revenue is located at 1030 Cowford Road #2, Halifax

Where is the Treasurer’s office located?
The Halifax County Treasurers Office is located at 1030 Mary Bethune Street, Halifax