Local/Municipal Resources

Woonsocket Main Street/ Riverfront Initiative

Woonsocket Neighborhood Development Corporation
A video introduction to WNDC’s efforts to develop affordable housing.

Preservation Worcester

State Resources

MA Historical Commission

MA Office of Business Development
Information about Economic Target Areas (ETAs) and associated tax incentives, plus Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

Downtown Resources ( 385KB / 34 pages )
Published by the Department of Housing and Community Development in 2001, this is a comprehensive listing of funding, technical assistance, and professional resources to promote vibrant downtowns in Massachusetts.

RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission
Featuring information on Rhode Island’s Commercial Rehab Tax Credit (30%), including a copy of the regulation.

RI Mill Building Revitalization Program
A description of tax incentives available to mill owners and lending agencies, including lists of certified mill buildings in Burrillville, No. Smithfield, Pawtucket, Providence, and Woonsocket.

National Resources

National Main Street Center

National Trust for Historic Preservation

National Park Service Guide to Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives
(including the 20% Rehabilitation Tax Credit)

International Downtown Association

 

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