Author Visit
Wilkes County Public Library
May 15, 2008
Teen Game Tourney
Wilkes County Public Library
May 19, 2008
Book Club
Wilkes County Public Library
May 20, 2008
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more downtown events
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Facade Grants
The architectural quality of North Wilkesboro's downtown area is important to the entire town, its history, image
and economy. The appearance of downtown is largely determined by the condition of its buildings.
Because this appearance also forms the basis of the public's overall impression of downtown, the upgrading
and preservation of North Wilkesboro's downtown is crucial to the continued livelihood of North Wilkesboro.
Historic Downtown North Wilkesboro, Inc. (HDTNW) and the Town of North Wilkesboro would like to encourage
all downtown property owners to participate in this program.
Design Guidelines (77kb, PDF)
Facade Grant Guidelines (60kb, PDF)
Facade Grant Application (139kb, PDF)
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Tax Credits
Income tax incentives for the rehabilitation of historic structures are important tools for historic preservation and
economic development in North Carolina. A federal income tax credit for the rehabilitation of historic structures
first appeared in 1976, and today consists of a 20% credit for the qualifying rehabilitation of income-producing
historic properties. Since 1998, North Carolina also authorizes a 20% credit for those taxpayers who receive the
federal credit, providing investors with a combined 40% credit against eligible project costs. In addition,
the state provides a 30% credit for the rehabilitation of nonincome-producing historic properties,
including private residences.
Since 1976, over 1,300 completed "certified rehabilitation" projects have been reviewed by the N.C. State Historic
Preservation Office, representing over 500 million dollars of investment in historic properties. The spinoff from all
this activity includes job creation, downtown and neighborhood revitalization, improved community appearance, and
greater community pride. Historic preservation is smart growth, and smart investment.
For more information on both North Carolina and Federal tax credits, go to
www.hpo.dcr.state.nc.us/tchome.htm
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