Shreveport Landmark Gains National Historic Status
The 16-story high-rise at 400 Texas St. is now officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Commercial
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The National Park Service has designated the 16-story downtown Shreveport high-rise as a historic landmark. This recognition includes the property's associated six-level parking garage located on Travis Street.
Why it matters
The historic designation unlocks critical access to state and federal tax credits for the property. These incentives are intended to support adaptive reuse and essential building systems replacement to prevent the structure from becoming vacant.
The building opened in 1976 and features a parking garage with 330 spaces. It stands 228 feet tall.
The players
National Park Service
This federal agency oversees the National Register of Historic Places and evaluates applications for historic designation.
Ed Hakim
He is the current owner of the historic 400 Texas St. property in downtown Shreveport.
Scott Heath
An architect at John C. Williams Architects LLC who managed the application for the building's historic status.
The details
Scott Heath of John C. Williams Architects LLC successfully submitted the application for historic status by highlighting the structure's architectural significance. The property traces its roots back to the founding of the First National Bank in 1877.
Timeline
1877: The original First National Bank opened in Shreveport.
1976: The current 16-story high-rise building opened.
October 2026: The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Culture Shift
This move highlights a broader trend of repurposing mid-century urban architecture to maintain city center vibrancy. It demonstrates how developers are increasingly turning to federal historic preservation tax incentives to avoid the costs and environmental impact of demolition.
The historic designation could lead to the long-term preservation and revitalization of a major downtown office space. Residents and local workers may see future improvements to the building's systems and utility as tax credits facilitate structural upgrades.
The takeaway
Owners of older commercial properties can leverage historic status to offset renovation expenses through tax credits. Implementing these financial tools is a proven strategy to stabilize downtown real estate markets and revitalize aging urban infrastructure.
Further reading
Learn more about local business trends in Shreveport Commercial.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate.
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