The CLG Historic Preservation Planning Grants from the Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation fund scientific research and planning projects that support local historic preservation efforts in Certified Local Governments.
Funder: Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: Matching grants; typically up to 50% of project costs; annual funding pool varies based on federal allocation.
Summary: Supports Certified Local Governments in Louisiana with funding for local historic preservation planning, education, and related projects.
Key Information: Only Certified Local Governments (CLGs) are eligible; grants are reimbursable and require a 50/50 cash match.
The Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation provides annual, competitive matching grants to Certified Local Governments (CLGs) in Louisiana to support local historic preservation planning, education, and related initiatives. The program aims to strengthen local preservation efforts and foster partnerships between state and local organizations. Eligible projects include the development of design guidelines for historic districts, municipal historic resource inventory surveys, feasibility studies, conditions assessments, public information and education projects, and training programs for historic preservation officials and citizens. The grants are designed to encourage innovative projects that enhance community preservation within municipalities that have established preservation ordinances.