07/11/2026
You already designed the building. You optimized the HVAC system. Specified energy-efficient lighting. Improved the building envelope. Delivered a project that will reduce energy consumption for years to come.
But did you also claim the tax deduction you may have earned for that work?
Many architects assume the Section 179D deduction only benefits building owners. In reality, designers working on qualifying government and tax-exempt projects can often receive the deduction through a 179D allocation letter.
If your firm has worked on public schools, universities, government buildings, military facilities, or other eligible public-sector projects, you could be leaving valuable tax savings on the table.
Our latest blog explains:
• Who qualifies for the 179D deduction
• How the allocation process works
• Which building systems are eligible
• What documentation you’ll need
• Why even previously completed projects may still qualify
A quick review of your past and current projects could uncover opportunities your firm didn’t know existed. Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/44LKSwV
Discover how architects can claim the 179D tax deduction for energy-efficient building design, qualify for allocations, and maximize savings under the Inflation Reduction Act.