Section 47

Rehabilitation Tax Credit (Historic Tax Credit)

Credits for qualified rehabilitation expenditures on certified historic structures and older buildings.

Overview

Section 47 provides the Rehabilitation Tax Credit, commonly known as the Historic Tax Credit (HTC), for qualified rehabilitation of historic buildings. The credit encourages private investment in the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic structures, helping to preserve the nation's architectural heritage while revitalizing communities. The credit applies to certified historic structures and must meet Secretary of Interior standards.

Credit Structure

Base Rate
20%

Historic Building Credit

Credit for certified historic structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Enhanced Rate
5x Multiplier

With Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship

4% annually

Credit claimed over 5 years

The 20% credit is claimed ratably over 5 tax years beginning with the year placed in service

Bonus Multipliers

Certified Historic Structure

+Required

Building must be listed on the National Register of Historic Places or located in a registered historic district.

Substantial Rehabilitation

+Required

Rehabilitation expenditures must exceed the greater of $5,000 or the adjusted basis of the building.

Eligibility & Requirements

  • 1
    Building must be a certified historic structure
  • 2
    Rehabilitation must be certified by the National Park Service
  • 3
    Must meet Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation
  • 4
    Building must be placed in service as income-producing property
  • 5
    Minimum rehabilitation expenditure requirements must be met

Direct Pay Election

Historic Tax Credits are not eligible for direct pay but may be syndicated through tax credit equity investments.

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Effective Period:Ongoing (permanent program)

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