Federal Historic Tax Credit (20%)
Federal (National Park Service / IRS)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Federal Historic Tax Credit (20%) in its Dayton, OH research directory. Directory placement does not confirm current service coverage or eligibility; verify both with the program administrator.
Federal 20% tax credit for certified rehabilitation of certified historic structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Can be stacked with Ohio's 35% state credit for a combined 55% credit. Dayton has rich historic building stock (Oregon District, Huffman Historic District, South Park). Owner-occupied single-family residences are NOT eligible.
Certified historic structure; commercial/multifamily/rental only
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- 20% federal credit on certified historic rehabilitation
- Stack with Ohio 35% credit for 55% total on commercial/multifamily
- Property must be on the National Register of Historic Places
- Dayton historic districts: Oregon, Huffman, South Park, others
- Owner-occupied single-family homes are NOT eligible
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: File Part 1, 2, 3 with National Park Service; claim on federal return
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Federal Historic Tax Credit (20%) in Dayton, OH?
The Grant Map record states: 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenditures. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Federal Historic Tax Credit (20%) in Dayton?
The record carries discovery tags. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Federal Historic Tax Credit (20%) in Dayton, OH?
Confirm the application route directly with Federal (National Park Service / IRS); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 614-466-2480. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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