State historic tax credit barriers for homeowners
Louisville
Summary
New state rules will disqualify historic tax credit projects once any construction has started — no more retroactive eligibility. The city wants to warn permit applicants before they begin work so they don't miss out.
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Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Property owners who start work before applying could lose state historic tax credits worth a share of rehab costs.
Property owners who learn about the program before starting rehabilitation work.
Owners who unknowingly begin work before applying and lose retroactive credit eligibility.
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