Essex County · Newark City · #24CP001530
381-395 South Orange Ave
381-395- South Orange Ave, Newark City, NJ · 76,623 sq ft non-residential, office
About this project
A new business-use building of about 76,600 square feet at 381-395 South Orange Ave in Newark, reported at a construction cost of about $16.9 million.
Official description: Business Uses; reported construction cost $16,870,000
- Plan type
- Building permit (new construction)
- Land use
- Business Uses
- Status
- Permit
Filing history
- 2024-07-16 · #24CP001530 · Building permit (new construction) · 76,623 sq ft
The full picture AI research · Nov 1, 2026
The county records describe a new business-use (office) building of about 76,600 square feet at 381-395 South Orange Avenue in Newark. The reported construction cost is about $16.9 million. The latest county filing is dated July 2024.
No developer website, news story, city agenda, hearing notice or permit could be found that is clearly about this site. The records do not say what is on the site now or who would occupy the building. Other projects along South Orange Avenue have been covered in the press, but none of that coverage was confirmed to concern this address.
The explanation here therefore rests on the county facts alone.
What it could mean nearby
- A building of this size could add daytime workers and visitors, which may increase traffic and parking demand along South Orange Avenue. The records do not include a traffic study.
- Office space could bring jobs to the area, but the records do not say how many or what kind.
- The records do not give details on utilities, schools or open space.
Where it stands
The county filing from July 2024 suggests the project has reached the planning-review stage. No city approval or construction start could be confirmed. Next steps usually include local board review and approval, then building permits.
- Jul 16, 2024 Latest county planning filing for the project
Want to weigh in? Newark's planning or zoning board would typically hear a project like this. Residents can check the City of Newark's planning division for hearing notices and public comment opportunities.
Planning terms explained
- Non-residential square footage
- The total floor area of a building that is used for business or other non-housing purposes.
- Planning board
- A local public body that reviews development plans and decides whether they meet city rules.
- Site plan approval
- Formal approval of a project's layout, including its building, parking, access and drainage.
We searched the web for this project but found nothing beyond the county record, so this explanation is based on the filing alone. Researched by AI from public sources on Nov 1, 2026. It can make mistakes, so check the linked sources and the municipality before relying on it.
Scope estimate for contractors
Estimated construction value: $15.3M
- ~766 roofing squares (assumes 1 story)
- ~191 tons of cooling (rule of thumb 400 sq ft/ton)
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