Development applications in Balcolyn, NSW 2264
14 development applications were lodged for properties in Balcolyn 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
14
incl. 2 modifications
Decided
9
4 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
1
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$1.8M
across 12 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.
- 1Oct
- 1Nov
- 3Dec
- 2Jan
- 0Feb
- 1Mar
- 2Apr
- 1May
- 0Jun
- 0Jul
- 2Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
12 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions6
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
- Granny flats1
- New houses1
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 14 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 9
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 4
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
31 Lake Road
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
33 Lake Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
7 Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
6 Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Residential…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
24 Bay Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 26 applications lodged in Balcolyn, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
14 Bay Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
24 Bay Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
7 Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
33 Lake Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
32 King Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
1 Colban Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- In progress
110 Lake Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 31 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Residential…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
3 Balcolyn Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
8 Queen Street
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
31 Lake Road
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
35 Lake Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 1 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
59 Bay Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 25 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
14 Beach Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 Lawrie Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 31 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
65 Bay Street
Demolition, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
60 Bay Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 25 June 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
1 Colban Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 26 May 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
40 Balcolyn Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 21 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
11 Balcolyn Street
Erection of a new structure, Portable swimming pools and spas and child-resistant barriers
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Mar 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Helena Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
37 Queen Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Sept 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
114 Lake Road
Erection of a new structure, Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses, Carport, Landscaping structures…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 Aug 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
32 King Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 9 July 2024 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
3 Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 May 2024 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
40 Yarrawonga Park Road
Erection of a new structure, Community facility
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 1 Mar 2024 · $20M–$100M · Modification
Application details as published by Lake Macquarie City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Balcolyn: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Balcolyn in the last 12 months?
14 development applications were lodged for properties in Balcolyn from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 2 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Dec 2025, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Balcolyn?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (6), pools, sheds, garages & decks (3), granny flats (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Balcolyn?
Applications lodged in Balcolyn in the last 12 months propose 1 new dwelling, 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 Balcolyn have been decided?
Of the 14 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 9 have a decision (9 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 4 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Balcolyn?
Applications for Balcolyn are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.