Development applications in Barrack Heights, NSW 2528
24 development applications were lodged for properties in Barrack Heights 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
24
incl. 5 modifications
Decided
15
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
9
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$7.2M
across 19 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
- 1Nov
- 1Dec
- 1Jan
- 1Feb
- 1Mar
- 2Apr
- 1May
- 3Jun
- 7Jul
- 1Aug
- 3Sep
What is being proposed
19 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions5
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks5
- New houses3
- Commercial, industrial & community2
- Demolition only2
- Apartments & townhouses1
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
Where applications stand
Status of the 24 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 15
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 0
- In progress
- 9
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.
- In progress
14 Carrington Street
Demolition, Medium Density Housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 11 June 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
22 Jason Avenue
Dual occupancy, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
64 Cassia Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 21 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
22 Blackbutt Way
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 18 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
44 Jason Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 20 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Barrack Heights, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
14 Mcgregor Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · Modification
- In progress
22 Jason Avenue
Dual occupancy, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
79 Strata Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
18 Sunset Avenue
Recreation facility (indoor), Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · Modification
- In progress
21 Bluebell Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 28 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
44 Jason Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 20 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
130 The Kingsway
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
130 The Kingsway
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Kempt Place
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
35 Cassia Street
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- In progress
70 The Kingsway
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
54 Mcgregor Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Registered club, Minor building alterations (external)
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 23 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
14 Carrington Street
Demolition, Medium Density Housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 11 June 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
11 Edward Street
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 June 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
64 Cassia Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 21 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
64 Cassia Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
29 Doone Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 3-5 Summerfield Place
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Supporting…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
11 Edward Street
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
63 Jason Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Registered club
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 12 Jan 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
22 Blackbutt Way
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
22 Blackbutt Way
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 18 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
4 7 Sunset Avenue
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Artisan food and drink…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 Oct 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
121 Captain Cook Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
250 Shellharbour Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Kiosk, Take away food and…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 19 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
11 Brisbane Place
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Grose Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
250 Shellharbour Road
Temporary building, structure or use, Shipping containers
Other & change of use · Lodged 8 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
18 Bluebell Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
10 Daphne Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 1 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
Application details as published by Shellharbour City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Barrack Heights: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Barrack Heights in the last 12 months?
24 development applications were lodged for properties in Barrack Heights from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 5 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jul 2026, with 7 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Barrack Heights?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (5), pools, sheds, garages & decks (5), new houses (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Barrack Heights?
Applications lodged in Barrack Heights in the last 12 months propose 9 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 Barrack Heights have been decided?
Of the 24 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 15 have a decision (15 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Barrack Heights?
Applications for Barrack Heights are lodged with Shellharbour City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.