MX-1 Zone in Newark, NJ
MX-1 zoning district rules in Newark, NJ. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MX-1 zone in Newark, NJ is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
Newark is one of the most transit-connected cities in New Jersey — Penn Station Newark serves NJ Transit, Amtrak Northeast Corridor, and PATH. Newark Light Rail serves the downtown core. Many residents are car-free or car-light. Newark's logistics industry (port, airport) creates commercial vehicle demands in industrial areas.
Source: Newark City Zoning Code; NJ Municipal Land Use Law (NJSA 40:55D-1 et seq.). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source