National Trust for Historic Preservation, Homeowner Resources

National Trust for Historic Preservation / State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs)

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About This Program

National Trust for Historic Preservation, Homeowner Resources is available to homeowners in Memphis, TN.

Owners of historic homes may access funding through their State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), which distributes Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grants from the National Park Service. Many states offer homeowner grants or tax credits for historic rehabilitation. The National Trust for Historic Preservation also provides technical resources and advocacy. Check with your state SHPO for homeowner-eligible historic preservation grants in your area.

Homeowner eligibility depends on state SHPO programs, not all states offer direct homeowner grants

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Key Details

  • Owners of historic or eligible homes may qualify for state preservation grants
  • Federal Historic Preservation Fund flows through State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs)
  • Some states offer direct homeowner grants; others offer tax credits
  • 20% Federal Historic Tax Credit available for income-producing historic properties
  • Contact your state SHPO to find programs available in your area

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

The National Trust for Historic Preservation gives grants to nonprofits and public agencies, not to individual homeowners, so there is no homeowner application form from the National Trust itself. A homeowner who wants help fixing up a historic house gets it through their State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), which runs state historic-home tax credits and pass-through grants that vary by state.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your home is a historic property (listed on the National Register, in a historic district, or eligible) and find your State Historic Preservation Office on the official NPS directory.
  2. Contact your SHPO to ask which homeowner programs your state offers, such as a state historic-home rehabilitation tax credit or a pass-through grant, since programs and forms differ by state.
  3. Get your project reviewed before you start work, because most state programs require pre-approval of the planned rehabilitation against the Secretary of the Interior's Standards.
  4. Complete the state-specific application your SHPO provides and submit it with the required documentation.
  5. Keep all receipts, contracts, and before-and-after photos, then file the final paperwork (and any state tax form) after the work is done to claim the credit or grant.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof the property is historic (National Register listing, historic district documentation, or a determination of eligibility)
  • Description and plans for the rehabilitation work (architect drawings or a written scope)
  • Before-and-after photographs of the work areas
  • Itemized contractor estimates, contracts, and paid invoices for labor and materials
  • Proof of ownership and primary residence (deed or property tax record), as many state homeowner programs require it
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Varies, state SHPO grant cycles typically annual

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for National Trust for Historic Preservation, Homeowner Resources in Memphis?

National Trust for Historic Preservation, Homeowner Resources is open to homeowners in Memphis, TN. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for National Trust for Historic Preservation, Homeowner Resources in Memphis, TN?

Apply directly with National Trust for Historic Preservation / State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) using the official program link on this page. There is no middleman and no fee.

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