I just thought everyone should know that the federal historic tax credits are in clear jeopardy of being repealed as part of the Trump administration’s approach to tax reform policy. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan’s “Better Way Blueprint,” which specifically repeals the historic tax credits is currently in the House Ways and Means committee for consideration.
If you are reading this blog, you are probably a supporter of the historic tax credit. As a refresher, here are just a few reminders of the positive aspects of historic tax credits many developers and neighborhoods stand to lose out on if the credits are eliminated under new tax policy:
- Historic preservation is key to urban revitalization and Cleveland is a prime example of that.
- It is a huge job creator; nationally it has created 2.3 million jobs.
- It improves the housing stock in much needed neighborhoods.
- It pays for itself. Of the 23.1 billion dollars in credits there have been 28.1 billion dollars in tax revenue created.
Earlier this fall, the National Park Service celebrated the 35th anniversary of the popular Federal Preservation Tax Incentives Program, which has helped in the preservation of historic structures across the U.S. and particularly in Ohio with its wealth of historic buildings. Because of the program’s numerous possible benefits and its important role in fueling 
If we want a healthier community we need to start with a healthy core city. I am a social worker, turned tax attorney, turned real estate deal maker. I tell you this because those phases of my life have all brought me to this point in my career. You know the theory about the donut. If there