Historic Tax Credits

EHT Traceries’ Historic Tax Credits division specializes in the completion and management of all components necessary to obtain Historic Preservation Certification to qualify for state and/or federal historic tax credits. Our services include the completion of initial consultation, National Register Nominations, all components of the Historic Preservation Certification Application (Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3), construction monitoring, and cooperation with State Historic Preservation Offices and the National Park Service.

Services Include:

  • Architectural Surveys
  • Tax Credit Consultation
  • Potential Eligibility Assessments
  • Historic Rehabilitation/Adaptive Use Guidance

What are historic tax credits and how can they benefit a rehabilitation project?

Historic tax credits are financial incentives offered by federal and many state governments to encourage the rehabilitation and reuse of historic buildings. Eligible projects can receive a tax credit—often around 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenses—when the work meets preservation standards and the building qualifies as a certified historic structure.

What properties qualify for historic tax credits?

To qualify for historic tax credits, a property typically must be listed on the National Register of Historic Places or contribute to a registered historic district. The building must also undergo a substantial rehabilitation and meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.

What is included in the Historic Preservation Certification Application?

The Historic Preservation Certification Application generally includes three main components:

  • Part 1: Evaluation of the building’s historic significance
  • Part 2: Description and approval of the proposed rehabilitation work
  • Part 3: Certification that the completed work meets preservation standards

Firms like EHT Traceries assist clients in preparing and managing all parts of the application process and coordinating with State Historic Preservation Offices and the National Park Service.

How can EHT Traceries help with historic tax credit projects?

EHT Traceries provides comprehensive support throughout the tax credit process, including eligibility assessments, National Register nominations, preparation of certification applications, architectural surveys, construction monitoring, and coordination with preservation agencies to help projects achieve historic tax credit approval.