ADA Quick Tips – Tax Incentives
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TAX INCENTIVES are available to encourage compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This chart includes the Federal tax incentives and encourages you to inquire whether your state offers similar incentives. Unfortunately, many business owners and employers are unaware that these incentives exist. Make sure your business takes advantage of these valuable incentives!
Name
Code / Publication
Eligibility
Purpose / Examples
Amount
Architectural / Transportation Tax Deduction
Code: Section 190: Barrier Removal
IRS Publication: 535, Chapter 7
All businesses
Removal of physical, structural, and transportation barriers
Ex: widening doors, building ramps, modifying vehicles
Max = $15,000
Small Business Tax Credit
Code: Section 44: Disabled Access Credit
IRS Form 8826
Small businesses
Most expenses to comply with the ADA, including barrier removal, providing auxiliary aids/services, and accommodating employees
Ex: Providing sign language interpreters, creating Braille documents, building ramps
50% between $250 & $10,250
Max = $5,000
State Tax Credits
States often offer additional tax incentives. Please contact your state tax office or your regional ADA National Network Center to learn more about these state-wide incentives.
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