Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%)

NPS / IRS / WA Dept. of Archaeology & Historic Preservation (DAHP)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) is available to homeowners in Seattle, WA.

The federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit provides a 20% income tax credit on qualified expenditures for the certified rehabilitation of National Register-listed historic buildings. In Washington, the credit is administered in partnership with DAHP. Owner-occupied residential properties do not qualify; the building must be income-producing (rental, commercial, hotel, etc.) for at least five years after rehabilitation. Work must conform to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.

A $200,000 qualifying rehabilitation generates a $40,000 federal income tax credit, effectively reducing project cost by 20%.

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Seattle, WA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • 20% federal income tax credit on qualified rehab expenditures
  • Property must be on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Applies to income-producing properties only (NOT owner-occupied residential)
  • Must be held and operated as income-producing for 5+ years post-rehab
  • Administered in WA by DAHP: dahp.wa.gov

How to Apply

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360-586-3065

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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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: Rolling

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) provide in Seattle, WA?

20% tax credit on qualified rehabilitation expenditures.

Who qualifies for Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in Seattle?

Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) is open to homeowners in Seattle, WA. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (20%) in Seattle, WA?

Apply directly with NPS / IRS / WA Dept. of Archaeology & Historic Preservation (DAHP) using the official program link on this page or call 360-586-3065. There is no middleman and no fee.

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