Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF2115

Introduced
3/3/25  

Caption

Second assignment of the historic structure rehabilitation credit permission

Impact

The bill is expected to make significant changes to state laws regarding taxation related to historic structure rehabilitation. By facilitating a second assignment of the credit, it allows developers more flexibility in transferring these credits to other taxpayers. This flexibility may open doors for projects that might have previously been stalled due to lack of funding or credit capacity. The amendments aim to bolster investment in historical preservation, which can contribute to local economies and maintain cultural heritage.

Summary

SF2115 is a legislative proposal in Minnesota aimed at enhancing the historic structure rehabilitation credit program by allowing for a second assignment of the credit. The bill modifies existing requirements under Minnesota Statutes 2024, particularly section 290.0681, to streamline the process for developers seeking tax credits for rehabilitating historic structures. This includes changing procedures for applying for credits and allocating grants, thus encouraging more participation in historic preservation efforts across the state.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SF2115 revolve around fiscal implications and the mechanisms of application for credits. Some critics might argue that allowing multiple assignments may lead to complexities that could burden the state with increased administrative oversight. Furthermore, while proponents emphasize the potential for economic growth through preservation, opponents may raise concerns about the efficacy of tax credits compared to direct funding or incentives for similar projects.

Companion Bills

MN HF2142

Similar To Income and corporate franchise taxes; second assignment of historic structure rehabilitation credit allowed, and requirements for issuing allocation certificates modified.

Previously Filed As

MN HF2142

Income and corporate franchise taxes; second assignment of historic structure rehabilitation credit allowed, and requirements for issuing allocation certificates modified.

MN AB1265

Income taxes: credits: rehabilitation of certified historic structures.

MN HB360

Revenue and taxation; rehabilitation of historic structures; revise tax credit

MN HB376

Income tax; rehabilitation of certified structures; increase amount of tax credits

MN HB1079

Income tax; credits for rehabilitation of historic structures; revise expiration and transferability

MN SB2606

Relating to the franchise and insurance premium tax credit for the certified rehabilitation of certified historic structures.

MN S06021

Establishes the large projects historic rehabilitation tax credit and the "white elephant" housing historic rehabilitation projects tax credit program for qualified rehabilitation expenditures totaling fifty million dollars or more with respect to a certified historic structure that has been vacant, as determined by local code enforcement or other reasonable means, for at least ten of fifteen consecutive years preceding the date of the taxpayer's application for the rehabilitation credit.

MN A10366

Establishes the large projects historic rehabilitation tax credit and the "white elephant" housing historic rehabilitation projects tax credit program for qualified rehabilitation expenditures totaling fifty million dollars or more with respect to a certified historic structure that has been vacant, as determined by local code enforcement or other reasonable means, for at least ten of fifteen consecutive years preceding the date of the taxpayer's application for the rehabilitation credit.

MN HB4

Extends the date for eligible expenses to qualify for the tax credit for the rehabilitation of historic structures and extends the effectiveness of the credit (Item #19) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF RV See Note)

MN HB16

Establishes a tax credit for eligible expenses incurred in the rehabilitation of historic structures included on the National Register of Historic Places (Item #19) (RE DECREASE GF RV See Note)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.