HISTORIC TAX CREDITS
All homes in Rodgers Forge are part of the Rodgers Forge National Register of Historic Places District. As a benefit of owning a home that is part of the historic district, Baltimore County and Maryland State Historic Renovation Tax credits are available for certain repairs to homes in Rodgers Forge.
Tax credits can only be obtained by going through an application process and receiving approval from the county or state prior to beginning any project. All applications are considered on a case-by-case basis. The RFCA does not participate in the approval process.
Details about the tax credits are as follows:
County property tax credit of 20% for repairs over $1,000; The following link provides details for applying: http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/planning/historic_preservation/taxcredit_faq.html
Maryland income tax credit of 20% for repairs over $5,000. The following link provides details for applying: http://mht.maryland.gov/taxcredits_homeowner.shtml
The inventory number for Rodgers Forge is BA 3238. The map of our community is here. Both the number and the map are needed when applying for Tax Credits.
NOTE: Prior to signing any contract for renovations to the exterior of your home or submitting forms to the county to be considered for possible Historic Tax Credits be sure to submit your application to the Architectural Committee for review. The RFCA does not participate in the decisions or process of the County or State when applying for Tax Credits.