Improvements to Historic Resources

The Historic Preservation Property Tax Credit encourages the restoration, rehabilitation, and preservation of historically significant properties in Prince George's County by providing a credit against County real property taxes for eligible preservation expenses.

The program supports the protection of structures with historic, architectural, or cultural significance while helping property owners offset the cost of approved restoration and preservation work.

Credit Amount

The credit is applied against the County portion of the real property tax for eligible restoration and preservation expenses.

• The credit becomes available during the tax year immediately following the year in which the eligible work is completed.
• A claim may be filed within five (5) years after completion of the eligible work.
• If property taxes were paid during the eligible credit period, the property owner may receive a refund.
• Any unused portion of an approved credit may be carried forward during the remainder of the same five-year eligibility period.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Historic Preservation Property Tax Credit, the property must:

• Be a structure with historic, architectural, or cultural significance.
• Be classified as a Historic Site or located within a Historic District on the Adopted and Approved Historic Sites and Districts Plan of Prince George's County.
• Or be designated as a historic resource that has been recommended by the Historic Preservation Commission for classification as a Historic Site or Historic District.
• Have eligible restoration, preservation, rehabilitation, or approved new construction work completed in accordance with applicable historic preservation requirements.

Eligible Properties

The credit applies to qualifying historic properties located within Prince George's County that meet the County's historic preservation designation requirements.

How to Apply 

To apply for the Historic Preservation Property Tax Credit (Application Pending)

1. Complete the required application.
2. Submit the application to the Historic Preservation Commission.
3. Include receipts and supporting documentation for all eligible restoration or preservation expenses.
4. File the application within five (5) years after the eligible work is completed.

Required Documentation

Applications must include:

• A completed application.
• Itemized receipts documenting eligible restoration and preservation expenses.
• Documentation demonstrating that the property qualifies as a Historic Site, Historic District, or approved historic resource.
• Any additional information requested by the Historic Preservation Commission.

Important Information

• The credit begins with the tax year immediately following completion of the eligible work.
• Claims may be submitted for up to five years after project completion.
• Eligible taxpayers who paid property taxes during the credit period may receive a refund.
• Any unused credit may be carried forward during the remainder of the five-year eligibility period.

Questions?

For additional information, contact the Historic Preservation Commission or the Office of Finance, Treasury Division.

Treasury Division Email: prop_tax_credits@co.pg.md.us

Phone: 301-952-4030

Authority

County Bill CB-144-1981