HB 1980 -- Income Tax Credit for Renovations to Rental Property Sponsor: Kratky Beginning January 1, 2011, this bill authorizes an income tax credit for the costs incurred in the renovation of a taxpayer's rented dwelling or residence. The rental property must be a multi-family dwelling with at least two units, one of which must be occupied by the taxpayer. The credit will be equal to 20% of the renovation's costs, up to $2,500 per taxpayer. The tax credit will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis and is not refundable or transferable but can be carried forward for three years. No more than $5 million of these tax credits can be issued in any fiscal year. The provisions of the bill will expire December 31 six years from the effective date.Copyright (c) Missouri House of Representatives