Development applications in Brightwaters, NSW 2264

15 development applications were lodged for properties in Brightwaters from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. What is being built, how much of it is housing, and where each application stands.

Latest council activity: 14 Sept 2026

Applications lodged

incl. 1 modifications

Decided

8 still in progress

New dwellings proposed

stated on applications

Declared construction value

$5.9M

across 14 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.

3
Oct
1
Nov
0
Dec
0
Jan
0
Feb
1
Mar
1
Apr
2
May
1
Jun
1
Jul
3
Aug
2
Sep

What is being proposed

14 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).

New houses4
Pools, sheds, garages & decks4
Alterations & additions2
Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
Granny flats2

Where applications stand

Status of the 15 applications lodged in the last 12 months.

Approved: 0
Determined (outcome not stated): 7
Refused: 0
Withdrawn or not accepted: 0
In progress: 8

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.

29 Dandaraga Road
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
8 Lake View Avenue
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
62 Pillapai Road
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
56C Buttaba Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
In progress
New houses · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
66 Pillapai Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
In progress
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K

Most recent applications

The 30 most recent applications lodged in Brightwaters, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.

56C Buttaba Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
In progress
New houses · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
7A Kimbul Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
In progress
New houses · Lodged 10 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
66 Pillapai Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
In progress
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
8 Lake View Avenue
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
64A Buttaba Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Jetty, Boat launching ramp
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
46A Bulgonia Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
In progress
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 July 2026 · Under $100K
46A Bulgonia Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
In progress
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 6 June 2026 · Under $100K
29 Dandaraga Road
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
43 Dandaraga Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 13 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
12 Pillapai Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Supporting Development
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
22 Pillapai Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
102A Dandaraga Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
62 Pillapai Road
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
24 Pillapai Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Non-standard Housing
Determined
Granny flats · Lodged 20 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
31 Dandaraga Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
32 Pillapai Road
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Other & change of use · Lodged 9 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
37 Dandaraga Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Water recreation structure
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 8 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
24 Buttaba Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Granny flats · Lodged 12 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
2 Pillapai Road
Erection of a new structure, Waterway structures - minor alterations
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 31 July 2025 · Under $100K
37 Dandaraga Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
68 Bulgonia Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Mar 2025 · Under $100K
54 Bulgonia Road
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Granny flats · Lodged 14 Feb 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
64A Buttaba Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Jetty, Boat launching ramp
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 Feb 2025 · Under $100K
67 Dandaraga Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Jan 2025 · Under $100K
97 Buttaba Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 July 2024 · $100K–$500K
45 Dandaraga Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 July 2024 · $100K–$500K · Modification
12 Bulgonia Road
Temporary building, structure or use, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 23 May 2024 · Under $100K
30 Bulgonia Road
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 May 2024 · Under $100K
7B Kimbul Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
New houses · Lodged 9 May 2024 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
5 Kallaroo Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 May 2024 · Under $100K

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 Brightwaters: frequently asked questions

How many development applications were lodged in Brightwaters in the last 12 months?

15 development applications were lodged for properties in Brightwaters from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 1 was a modification to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 3 applications.

What kind of development is happening in Brightwaters?

Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were new houses (4), pools, sheds, garages & decks (4), alterations & additions (2).

How many new homes are proposed in Brightwaters?

Applications lodged in Brightwaters in the last 12 months propose 11 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 Brightwaters have been decided?

Of the 15 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 7 have a decision (7 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 8 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.

Which council assesses development applications in Brightwaters?

Applications for Brightwaters are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.