Q. Can I get tax credits for restoring my old building?
A. The Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit is one of the most powerful and effective incentives for spurring rehabilitation of income producing structures. For more information visit the National Trust Website.

Q. How do I find the history of my old building?
A. The local public library has a great deal of information on local history and building restoration, this primer will help you get started with your research. (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.)

Q. Where do I find salvage parts locally?
A. Northeast Ohio has a number of antiques dealers and restoration experts who can help you find salvage parts locally. Below are a few:

• Beth Bailey, Clinton 330-882-2304
• Don Reisig, Tallmadge 330-633-6189
  Barn beams, early doors, windows and architectural elements.
• Denny Walker 330-633-1081
  Circa 1850's stuff.
• West Hill Hardware, 334 W. Market St. Akron, OH 330-376-6927
  Old plumbing fixtures, doors, windows, misc.
• Buckeye Salvage 1800 19th St. NE, Canton, OH 330-455-5877
  

Q. What kind of topics do PTP speakers talk about and how do I make arrangements for a speaker to address my group?
A. PTP works to provide information tailored to the individual needs of the group on a wide variety of preservation topics. Recent presentations have included:

• PTP in Akron and Summit County: Preserving a Sense of Place
• Researching Your Old Home
• Preserving Akron's Historic Schools
• Findings of Architectural Feasibility: Studies of Firestone Park and King Elementary School

Questions? Need more information? Call or email President Steve France at stevefrance@ameritech.net or 330-836-2144.