Federal Historic Tax Credit

As Maryland's State Historic Preservation Office, the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) is the first point of contact for property owners wishing to apply for a federal tax credit. MHT's role in the federal tax credit process is to:

• maintain records of buildings and districts listed in the National Register of Historic Places, as well as help check for state and local listings for tax credit eligibility
• assist anyone wishing to list a building or a district in the National Register
• advise federal tax credit applicants on rehabilitation projects and make site visits
• make certification recommendations to the National Park Service (NPS)

On NPS' webpage for the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program, you will find the application form, regulations, guidance on planning successful projects, and technical assistance — although MHT is always available for assistance and to answer questions. 

To submit a federal tax credit application

1. Download the application from the NPS website
2. Complete the application
3. Submit a Teams channel request form
4. Submit the application and any necessary documentation to the Team channel