Tangible personal property used in research and development business . Federal Form 4562; or; Federal Schedule L of Form 1120.File your Business Tangible Personal Property (BTPP) tax return online HERE or download a printable copy of the return HERE to submit a hard copy. The New Business Tangible Personal Property Form is intended for first-time filers only. Filing for business license and business personal property must be completed annually. Virginia State Code Section 58.1-3503(17) defines Business Personal Property as all tangible personal property employed in a trade or a business. Personal property, other than motor vehicles, used in a trade or business is subject to local taxation as Business Personal Property. Virginia State Code Section 58.1-3503 (17) defines business personal property as all tangible personal property employed in a trade or a business. Business Personal Property Tax. Note: more than one application or form may apply to your business.