State Incentive
Oklahoma Historic Tax Credits
State and federal tax credits for rehabilitation of historic buildings — a powerful tool for downtown property owners and developers.
Oklahoma's historic preservation tax credit programs allow property owners to offset a significant portion of qualified rehabilitation costs for certified historic structures. These programs work alongside the PCMS Improvement Grant to make downtown building rehabilitation more financially feasible.
Both federal and state programs are available for income-producing properties. The Oklahoma Historical Society's State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) administers the state program and certifies eligible rehabilitation projects.
Key Resources
- Oklahoma SHPO Tax Credits Program
Oklahoma Historical Society — eligibility, application, and program details
- Federal Historic Tax Credit Program
National Park Service — 20% credit for income-producing certified historic structures
Combine with PCMS Grants
Historic tax credits can be stacked with the PCMS Improvement Grant for maximum impact. Contact the PCMS office to discuss how to layer these incentives for your specific project.
Quick Reference
- State Credit
- Up to 20% of qualified rehab costs
- Federal Credit
- 20% for certified structures
- Administered by
- Oklahoma SHPO / NPS
Need guidance?
PCMS staff can help you navigate combining state, federal, and local incentives.
580-763-8082admin@poncacitymainstreet.com