The path has been cleared to transform an auto repair facility near a plethora of mass transit options into a new residential complex, as East Orange officials have greenlit a plan for their emerging arts district.
During a May meeting, the East Orange Planning Board approved a 100-unit, seven-story apartment building to be built at 430 William Street. The property falls within the East Orange Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan, which is one of New Jersey’s 26 designated transit villages.
The land is situated near the East Orange and Brick Church NJ Transit train stations and within walking distance of several bus stops. Designed by Taylor Architecture & Design, the amended approval reflects a redesign of the previously approved project.
The development is slated to rise to just over 82 feet and include 100 residential units, comprising 5 studios, 75 one-bedroom, and 20 two-bedroom apartments. A total of 60 conventional parking spaces will be included across the first and second floors, supplemented by 40 mechanical parking spaces for a combined total of 100 spots.
Amenities at the approved complex include a dedicated roof level with 4,035 square feet of indoor amenity space and 3,292 square feet of outdoor area. Other perks at the property will include a fitness center and gym, resident lounge and clubroom, movie theater and media room, business center, and cold plunge and sauna.
The building’s exterior will utilize Ironspot brick with composite and metal panel accents, composite banding, and aluminum coping details. The residential floors of the property sport a rhythm of punched windows and warm brick tones.
The new plan for 430 William Street is scaled back from a previous version approved late last year that would have included 115 units. A groundbreaking date for the project has not been announced.
