Historic Restoration Fund (HRF) Grants may be used for the restoration, rehabilitation or purchase of historic buildings, structures, and objects as well as the investigation of archaeological sites.  Properties must be listed on the State Register of Historic Places and owned by non-profit organizations or municipalities.

• Grant awards will range from $5,000-$200,000;
• Grant awards must be matched on a one-to-one basis with cash (no in-kind services allowed);
• Matching funds cannot be funds from the State of Connecticut.  Federal funds or other non-state funds may be used;
• Facilities must be open to the public or work must be visible to the public;
• A preservation easement of limited duration must be placed on the property following completion of the project;
• Grant funds are paid to grantees on a single-payment reimbursement basis following the completion of the project and approval of all work by CCT; and 
• Project work must be consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation (link to the Standards for Rehabilitation)

Applicants can apply for only one Capital Improvement Grant (CIP)--Historic Restoration Fund grant OR Cultural Capital Grant-per property per year.  Applicants must have successfully completed any previous CIP projects prior to submitting another CIP application.

FAQs: The Historic Restoration Fund

To download an application, click here.

For more information, please contact Wayne Gannaway, Construction Grants Coordinator, at 860-256-2757 or email at Wayne.Gannaway@ct.gov.