Superstorm Sandy Impacted 900 Businesses in Maplewood

Superstorm Sandy inflicted damage on 900 businesses and 22 residences in Maplewood, according to a recent analysis of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs data by NJSpotlight.com. 

Out of a total 22 homes damaged, 21 suffered major damage, defined as costing between $8,000 to $28,800. One home incurred damage under $8,000.

Throughout Maplewood, only three rental units were damaged. 

Statewide, nearly 87,000 housing units were damaged. About 12,500 of those sustained major damage or were destroyed.

NJ Spotlight recently created an interactive map of the information, broken down by municipality.

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