24:52:15:05.  Priorities for distributions from fund. The board shall grant priority for distribution of the fund to the following:

          (1)  Properties not eligible for federal or state incentive programs;

          (2)  Applications documenting more than the dollar-for-dollar match;

          (3)  Endangered historic properties;

          (4)  Properties receiving on-going maintenance and whose current state of repair is not the result of neglect;

          (5)  Projects focusing on or related to minority or ethnic groups, especially American Indians;

          (6)  Projects that will substantially benefit historical preservation in South Dakota;

          (7)  Applications that are clear, concise, and complete, with a detailed budget;

          (8)  Projects with preservation assistance provided by qualified personnel; and

          (9)  Projects that will substantially benefit the general public and show documented public support.

          Source: 21 SDR 50, effective September 21, 1994; 24 SDR 73, effective December 4, 1997; 28 SDR 182, effective July 10, 2002; 29 SDR 66, effective November 17, 2002.

          General Authority:SDCL 1-19A-5, 1-19A-13.5, 1-19A-29.

          Law Implemented:SDCL 1-19A-13 to 1-19A-13.3.