Resources
Incentives
Historic Preservation Commission Grants
The Historic Preservation Grant Fund provides small grants to non-profit groups, which must be matched dollar-for-dollar with either cash or in-kind contributions. Applications are made available each summer and are due in September. Decisions are made in the fall, and those groups chosen for grants must complete their work by the close of the following calendar year.
Historic Preservation Tax Credits
To encourage the restoration and preservation of privately-owned structures designated on the Master Plan for Historic Preservation either individually or within a historic district, the Montgomery County Council in 1984 passed legislation providing for a tax credit against County real property taxes (Chapter 52, Article VI). The tax credit is 10% of documented expenses for exterior maintenance, restoration or preservation work, and the work must be certified eligible by the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). View instructions for filing an application, the application packet itself, a list of frequently asked questions and information about state and federal tax credit programs.
Information
Locator Wizard
Find your historic property online! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is pleased to announce the launch of Locator Wizard. (After launching the program, scroll down to and click the "Historic Preservation" box to view HPC-designated properties). If you are having problems using the Wizard please visit our FAQ or take the tutorial available on the website.
Places from the Past
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission has published a book that inventories historic sites and districts in Montgomery County. Places from the Past: The Tradition of Gardez Bien in Montgomery County, Maryland is beautifully illustrated with photographs, architectural drawings and maps. The book documents the history of architecture and community planning in Montgomery County. View excerpts and an order form.
The Preservationist Newsletter
The Preservationist Newsletter, published quarterly, reports on preservation activities in the county. Mailed to all residents of Master Plan Historic properties, the Preservationist is funded in part by a grant from the State of Maryland and is available free to anyone interested in County historic preservation. View the current issue and an archive of past issues.
Reports
Review reports issued by the Montgomery County Department of Planning Historic Preservation Section. Featured reports include Teardown/Mansionization Bulletin: Protecting Older Neighborhoods with Newer Tools and A Strategic Plan for Cultural Resources in Parks.
Resident's Guide to Historic Preservation in Montgomery County (2007)
Review a brochure designed to help you understand the historic preservation, land use planning, zoning, and subdivision and site plan processes in your Montgomery County community. Included is information on the Historic Preservation Commission, Historic Area Work Permits, the Planning Board and tax credits.
