Feb. 21: Curious about Historic Preservation Tax Credits?

Feb 13

Interested in Historic Preservation Tax Credits for rehabbing historic properties? Anyone can attend this Historic Preservation Tax Credit Workshop set for Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, in Fayette. RSVP is required by Friday, Feb. 16. RSVP by sending your name and email to jthompson@cityoffayettemo.com.

Join the Fayette Historic Preservation Commission and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for this workshop presented by members of the Architectural Preservation Services (APS) unit of SHPO. The workshop will be followed by a Historic Preservation Fund Grants program presentation by the Missouri SHPO Grants Manager.

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024

Schedule:

11 a.m. Historic Preservation Tax Credit Workshop Part 1

Noon: Lunch on your own

1 p.m. Historic Preservation Tax Credit Workshop Part 2

2 p.m. Historic Preservation Fund Grants program

Location: 207 N. Main St., Fayette, Missouri. Enter by taking the side porch to the double doors to the back of the building. Look for signage.

For questions or more information, contact Pam Huttsell, chair of the Fayette Historic Preservation Commission at 660-248-3346.

It is recommended that participants prepare in advance by watching the video, “Historic Preservation Tax Credits Made It Possible,” at https://youtu.be/ZdwwGAxzJEE?si=5RJ3qkvPUkBlFe9K

This announcement is courtesy of CoMo Preservation, which is devoted to helping homeowners, landlords, and institutions prevent the destruction of historic architecture. Original period styles might be replicated, but will forever lack the social history of authentic structures. The preservation of historic places and spaces gives people a sense of place and boosts Columbia’s economy. You can get involved with CoMo Preservation by volunteering, signing up for our mailing list, attending an event, becoming a member or donating.