North Carolina Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit

North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office

Available Historic Preservation

About This Program

State income tax credit equal to 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenses for income-producing historic properties, or owner-occupied homes listed on National Register. Can be combined with 20% federal historic tax credit for non-income properties.

Credit equals 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenses

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • 20% state tax credit for historic rehabilitation
  • Property must be on National Register
  • Rehabilitation must meet Secretary of Interior Standards
  • Can combine with federal 20% credit
  • Requires pre-approval from State Historic Preservation Office

How to Apply

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Deadline: Apply after project completion

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