Indiana Historic Preservation Tax Credit

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

Available Historic Preservation

About This Program

State tax credit of up to 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenditures for income-producing historic properties listed on National Register. Can be combined with 20% federal historic tax credit. New Castle has significant pre-1940s housing stock that may qualify.

Credit equals 20% of qualified rehabilitation costs, capped annually

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

Key Details

  • 20% state tax credit for historic rehabilitation
  • Combines with 20% federal credit (total 40%)
  • Property must be on National Register
  • Must be income-producing property
  • New Castle has many eligible pre-1940s homes

How to Apply

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Deadline: Applications accepted on rolling basis

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