Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (Commercial/Multifamily)
Ohio Department of Development / Ohio History Connection
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (Commercial/Multifamily) in its Cleveland, OH research directory. Directory placement does not confirm current service coverage or eligibility; verify both with the program administrator.
Ohio state tax credit of 25% (or 35% in communities under 300,000 population) of qualified rehabilitation expenditures for historically designated buildings. Capped at $5M per project. Annual program funding increased to $75M by July 2025 Ohio budget. Note: single-family owner-occupied residences are NOT eligible, commercial, multifamily rental, and institutional uses qualify. Cleveland investors take note.
NOT for single-family owner-occupied; commercial/multifamily only
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Cleveland, OH, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Repair-A-Home (RAH) 0-3% interest loan; 50% forgiven after 5 yrs
- Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP) One critical repair (grant, no repayment)
- Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) ~$10,000-$11,000 avg per job (ward-allocated)
- Healthy Homes Program Free remediation (grant)
Key Details
- 25% credit (35% in communities under 300,000 residents, applies to Cleveland)
- Up to $5,000,000 per project
- Annual program funding: $75M (increased by 2025 Ohio budget)
- Competitive bi-annual rounds: March and September applications
- Single-family owner-occupied homes are NOT eligible
- Eligible: commercial, multifamily rental, institutional, historic buildings
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: Competitive bi-annual rounds (March and September)
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (Commercial/Multifamily) in Cleveland, OH?
The Grant Map record states: 25-35% state tax credit on qualified rehab costs. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (Commercial/Multifamily) in Cleveland?
The record carries discovery tags. 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 Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (Commercial/Multifamily) in Cleveland, OH?
Confirm the application route directly with Ohio Department of Development / Ohio History Connection; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 614-466-2480. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Competitive bi-annual rounds (March and September).
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