NYS Historic Homeowner Tax Credit
NYS Department of Taxation and Finance / SHPO
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs NYS Historic Homeowner Tax Credit in its New York City, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
A state income tax credit equal to 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenditures for owner-occupied historic homes, up to $25,000 per year. Building must be listed on the National Register or a contributing building to a historic district in an eligible census tract.
20% of qualified rehab costs; max $25,000 credit per year (reduced from $50,000 as of 2025)
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for New York City, NY, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- NYC HPD HomeFix 2.0 Up to $150,000
- NYC HPD Emergency Repair Program Varies by repair
- NYC Lead Hazard Reduction & Healthy Homes Program Approximately $20,000 per unit
- NYC HPD Homeowner Resources & CDBG Programs Varies by program
Key Details
- 20% tax credit on qualified rehabilitation expenditures
- Maximum $25,000 per taxpayer per year (reduced from $50K in 2025)
- Home must be on National Register or in historic district
- Must be in qualifying census tract
- Both spouses can each claim up to $25,000
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: Ongoing (with tax filing)
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for NYS Historic Homeowner Tax Credit in New York City, NY?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $25,000 per year. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for NYS Historic Homeowner Tax Credit in New York City?
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 NYS Historic Homeowner Tax Credit in New York City, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with NYS Department of Taxation and Finance / SHPO; use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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