COLUMBUS, Ohio — A dozen communities will be receiving more than $68 million in tax credits spread across 35 projects aiming to preserve Ohio historic buildings.

This is part of the Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program, according to a release from the governor’s office.

“As our downtowns and neighborhoods grow and evolve, it’s important that we preserve Ohio's historic spaces in a way that drives further investment into our communities,” Gov. Mike DeWine said in the release. “By supporting these renovations, we're reviving historic buildings that stood prominently in the past so that they can contribute to Ohio's strong economy and growth in the future.”

The projects will be preserving 43 buildings, the release states, throughout Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, Columbus, Dayton, Hamilton, Newark, Toledo, Warren, Youngstown and Zanesville.

“Economic development is vital for our economy to continue to grow, and we can do that in a way that preserves our existing historic spaces while creating new opportunities for housing, businesses, and communities,” Lt. Gov. Jon Husted said. “This program preserves Ohio’s history while investing in the future.”

Some of the buildings being renovated, according to the release, include the Home Building Association Bank in Newark, the YMCA building in Warren and the Baker Brothers Wholesale Grocery.

“Historic buildings are authentic spaces that make our communities unique,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development, in the release. “Through the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program, we provide the resources to preserve the character of our downtowns and neighborhoods and tell the story of Ohio.”