What is the purpose of the public notice?

The notice informs about the approval of a site plan for a homeless shelter.

How can I contact the planning board?

You can email Awatif Hisseine at Hisseinea@ci.newark.nj.us or call (973) 733-8466.

What are the key features of the project?

The project includes 34 suites for homeless individuals and 69 affordable housing units.

When was the public hearing held?

The public hearing took place on March 9, 2026.

Approval for a homeless shelter and affordable housing development in Newark.

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Published: Apr 19, 2026 · 2 weeks ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Newark
Address: 165-169 Clinton Avenue, Newark, NJ
Case #: CPB 26-18

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What to do next

1
Review the project details
Inspect documents related to the project by contacting the board secretary.
2
Attend future meetings
Stay informed about any upcoming meetings regarding the project and its developments.
3
Contact the applicant
For inquiries, reach out to Marsha M. Moore at mmoore@postpolak.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the public notice?: The notice informs about the approval of a site plan for a homeless shelter.
How can I contact the planning board?: You can email Awatif Hisseine at Hisseinea@ci.newark.nj.us or call (973) 733-8466.
What are the key features of the project?: The project includes 34 suites for homeless individuals and 69 affordable housing units.
When was the public hearing held?: The public hearing took place on March 9, 2026.

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Full Notice Text

CITY OF NEWARK CENTRAL PLANNING BOARD   PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL MAJOR SITE PLAN, CONDITIONAL USE, WITH "C" VARIANCES  PROPERTY: 165-169 Clinton Avenue  801-863 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard  Block 2588, Lots 14 and 20   APPLICANT: 169 Clinton Development Urban Renewal LLC   APPLICATION NO.: CPB 26-18  PROJECT: In the C-2 Community Commercial and Residential Zone, the Applicant proposes to renovate and reconfigure the existing hotel into a homeless shelter with 34 suites, inclusive of 144 beds, and an affordable multifamily residential building with 69 units. 13 of the units will be dedicated to transitional housing. Applicant also proposes to demolish the existing associated parking lot and convert it into an outdoor amenity space and demolish the attached warehouse at the rear of the building and convert it into a courtyard.   APPROVALS: Notice is hereby given that the City of Newark Central Planning Board at a Virtual Public Hearing held on March 9, 2026, voted to grant (1) Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan; (2) Conditional Use; and (3) the following "c" bulk variances: (a) excessive building height; (b) excessive impervious lot coverage; (c) excessive side yard setback (x2); (d) minimum transparency (x4); (e) excessive illumination at property line; (f) excessive illumination level at pedestrian walkway; and (g) relief from inclusionary zoning ordinance affordable housing number of bedrooms and unit mix requirement.   The Resolution was adopted and memorialized on March 23, 2026. For more information and any questions on how to inspect documents relating to this Project or to schedule an in office visit, please contact the board secretary, Awatif Hisseine by electronic mail at Hisseinea@ci.newark.nj.us or by telephone at (973) 733-8466 between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.   /s/Marsha M. Moore Marsha M. Moore, Esq. Post Polak, P.A. Attorneys for Applicant (973) 228-9900 ext. 220  mmoore@postpolak.com  4/19/2026 $98.79