Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit
History Colorado / Colorado OEDIT
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit in its Denver, CO research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Colorado's residential Historic Preservation Tax Credit was increased from $50,000 to $100,000 effective January 1, 2026. The property must be a certified historic structure, and the project must include at least $5,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenses. As of 2026, only work completed within 12 months prior to application submission qualifies (shortened from 24 months). Kitchen and bathroom work qualifies; credits can be used or transferred for up to 10 years.
Tax credit directly offsets your Colorado state income tax liability. On a $100,000 rehab, the credit amount varies by project cost and qualified expenses, consult History Colorado for exact percentages.
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Denver, CO, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Denver HOST Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Up to $50,000
- Denver HOST Emergency Home Repair Loan Up to $10,000
- Denver Renter/Homeowner Access Modification Program (RHAMP) Up to $15,000 grant
- Denver Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Grant (HUD-Funded) 100% cost covered (no cap listed)
Key Details
- For certified historic structures, home must be a designated historic property
- Minimum $5,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenses required
- As of Jan 1, 2026: credit cap raised to $100,000 and lookback shortened to 12 months
- Kitchen and bathroom rehabilitation qualifies under residential credit
- Credits usable or transferable for up to 10 years, apply before work begins
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: Rolling, apply before work begins
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit in Denver, CO?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $100,000 tax credit per project (as of Jan 1, 2026). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit in Denver?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. 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 Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit in Denver, CO?
Confirm the application route directly with History Colorado / Colorado OEDIT; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 303-866-3395. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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