Contra Costa County
San Francisco
Marin County
San Mateo CountyThe Mills Act Program allows owners of historic properties to enter into contracts with local governments, providing economic incentives for the restoration and preservation of historic buildings. Owners of historic buildings may qualify for property tax relief if they pledge to improve and maintain the historical and architectural character of their buildings for at least a ten-year period.
The Mills Act Program is especially beneficial for recent buyers of historic properties and for current owners who have made major improvements on their properties. Note that the Mills Act Program is different from the Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program (pdf), but the two can often be used together by a nonprofit organization. Participants may realize substantial property tax savings between 40% and 60% each year because valuations of Mills Act properties are determined in a unique way.
Local governments have the authority to implement the Mills Act Program. Property owners of historic structures should check with City of San Jose to see if your building qualifies for the program.
More than 9,900 community benefits organizations make their home in Santa Clara County. To grow and continue to strengthen the community, Santa Clara County’s nonprofits need access to local real estate resources. This site connects you with service providers and government agencies for your real estate project so that your program will thrive.
We are actively seeking partnerships and information regarding your county. Please contact us with pictures, suggestions or ideas. In the meantime, feel free to post your space needs and connect with other nonprofits in Santa Clara County.
Rebuilding Together brings communities and volunteers together to provide free repairs for low-income homeowners and nonprofit organizations. Silicon Valley nonprofits can apply for renovations so that they can dedicate their resources to the community rather than to facility repairs.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program was created by the Housing and Community Development (HCD) Act of 1974. The County CDBG Program is federally funded to address housing and community development needs in the Urban County. Nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life for low-income residents are eligible to apply for this funding through a grant process.
