Development applications in Adamstown, NSW 2289
56 development applications were lodged for properties in Adamstown from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. What is being built, how much of it is housing, and where each application stands.
Latest council activity:
Applications lodged
56
incl. 12 modifications
Decided
37
14 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
14
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$13.5M
across 41 applications
Applications lodged each month
Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. The latest month is month-to-date, and councils can publish applications a few weeks after lodgement.
- 2Oct
- 4Nov
- 3Dec
- 3Jan
- 5Feb
- 7Mar
- 4Apr
- 6May
- 6Jun
- 6Jul
- 4Aug
- 6Sep
What is being proposed
44 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions16
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks10
- Commercial, industrial & community8
- New houses4
- Apartments & townhouses2
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
- Demolition only1
- Granny flats1
Where applications stand
Status of the 56 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 37
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 5
- In progress
- 14
Many council records only say an application was "determined", without saying whether it was approved, so those are shown separately rather than counted as approvals.
Largest projects in the last 12 months
Ranked by dwellings proposed, then declared construction cost.
- Determined
5 Wood Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 9 Jan 2026 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
4 Noel Avenue
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · 3 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
87 Date Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
37 Fourth Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
18 Fletcher Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 15 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Adamstown, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
153 Lockyer Street
Signage, Advertising and signage
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
53 South Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
250 Brunker Road
Medical centre, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 Sept 2026
- In progress
195 Brunker Road
Restaurant or cafe, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
19 Third Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
162 Gosford Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
36 King Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
40 King Street
Seniors housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
501A Brunker Road
Signage, Advertising and signage, Advertising structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Aug 2026
- Determined
147 Gosford Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 11 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
264 Brunker Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Food and drink premise, Take away food and drink
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 30 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
89 Date Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
504 Glebe Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Registered club, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
61 Victoria Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
46 Fourth Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 1 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
15 Edden Street
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Minor building alterations…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
40 King Street
Seniors housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 June 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
43 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
40 King Street
Seniors housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 June 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
18 Fletcher Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
53 Fletcher Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Carport, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
46 Fourth Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 4 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
22 Mowbray Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Garage, carport…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
38 Moira Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 29 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
187 Brunker Road
Restaurant or cafe, Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
18 Fletcher Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 15 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
75 Bailey Street
Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
68 Bryant Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
103 Date Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
85 Date Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Newcastle City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Adamstown: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Adamstown in the last 12 months?
56 development applications were lodged for properties in Adamstown from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 12 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Mar 2026, with 7 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Adamstown?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (16), pools, sheds, garages & decks (10), commercial, industrial & community (8).
How many new homes are proposed in Adamstown?
Applications lodged in Adamstown in the last 12 months propose 14 new dwellings, counting new houses, granny flats, dual occupancies, townhouses and apartments where the application states a dwelling count. Withdrawn applications and modifications are excluded.
How many development applications in Adamstown have been decided?
Of the 56 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 37 have a decision (37 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 14 are still in progress and 5 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Adamstown?
Applications for Adamstown are lodged with Newcastle City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.