Rhode Island Historic Preservation Tax Credit

RI Historic Preservation & Heritage Commission

Available Historic Preservation

About This Program

State tax credit for qualified rehabilitation of income-producing historic buildings in Rhode Island, providing 20% state credit plus 20% federal credit for substantial preservation work on certified historic structures.

Combined state and federal tax credit potential (40% total)

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Key Details

  • 20% state + 20% federal tax credit
  • For certified historic structures
  • Must be income-producing property
  • Rehabilitation must meet preservation standards
  • Significant historic housing stock in Narragansett

How to Apply

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Deadline: Rolling applications

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