Colorado Historic Preservation Residential Tax Credit

About This Program

Colorado's residential Historic Preservation Tax Credit was increased from $50,000 to $100,000 effective January 1, 2026. The property must be a certified historic structure, and the project must include at least $5,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenses. As of 2026, only work completed within 12 months prior to application submission qualifies (shortened from 24 months). Kitchen and bathroom work qualifies; credits can be used or transferred for up to 10 years.

Tax credit directly offsets your Colorado state income tax liability. On a $100,000 rehab, the credit amount varies by project cost and qualified expenses — consult History Colorado for exact percentages.

Key Details

• For certified historic structures — home must be a designated historic property
• Minimum $5,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenses required
• As of Jan 1, 2026: credit cap raised to $100,000 and lookback shortened to 12 months
• Kitchen and bathroom rehabilitation qualifies under residential credit
• Credits usable or transferable for up to 10 years — apply before work begins

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling — apply before work begins