Grants and Tax Credits
Grant funding opportunities and tax credit programs for historic preservation projects.
Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF). Must be listed on a local, state, and/or national register to qualify for State Historic Fund grants. Administrated by History Colorado’s SHF staff.
The Preservation of Historic Structures Tax Credit (State Tax Credit). Must be listed on a local, and/or state register to qualify for state tax credit. Administrated primarily by the Colorado Office of Economic Development. History Colorado assists with application review.
Colorado’s Historic Preservation Tax Credits:
- A 20% federal tax credit for the rehabilitation of certified historic buildings used for income-producing purposes
- A 20% - 35% state tax credit for the rehabilitation of historic, owner-occupied residences
- A 20% -35% state tax credit for the rehabilitation of historic buildings used for income-producing purposes
How to apply. History Colorado is the Colorado State Historic Preservation Office. They will review rehabilitation/restoration projects to determine what qualified for grant or tax credits. Currently, the best person to ask about the design review process is Architectural Services Manager Joe Saldibar, Jospeh.Saldibar@state.co.us and 303-866-3741.
Some applications or work might need a preservation consultant.
"Finding the Right Preservation Consultant," by Rachel Simpson, former SHF Technical Advisor.
*Disclaimer: No advice intended. The content of this page is intended to convey general information only and not to provide legal advice or opinions. Please see your consultant(s) for advice on specific issues.