Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%)
National Park Service / IRS (via DC SHPO)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in its Washington, DC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The 20% Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit is available to owners of income-producing certified historic structures for qualified rehabilitation expenditures. Work must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and be reviewed by DC's SHPO and the National Park Service. While primarily used by investors and rental property owners, homeowners with a home office or mixed-use arrangement may qualify for a partial credit.
On $50,000 in qualified rehab expenditures, the 20% credit yields $10,000 in tax savings.
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 Washington, DC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- SFRRP, Roof Repair Grant Up to $20,000
- SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant Up to $30,000
- Lead Safe Washington (LSW) Program Up to $4,000
- DC Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Average $6,500-$25,000 per home
Key Details
- 20% federal tax credit on qualified rehabilitation costs
- Property must be a certified historic structure
- Work must meet Secretary of Interior's Standards
- DC SHPO review required, submit Part 1 before starting
- Best for income-producing or mixed-use properties
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, submit Part 1/2/3 to DC SHPO before, during, and after work
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in Washington, DC?
The Grant Map record states: 20% federal income tax credit on qualified rehabilitation expenditures. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in Washington?
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 Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in Washington, DC?
Confirm the application route directly with National Park Service / IRS (via DC SHPO); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (202) 442-7600. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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