Development applications in Buchanan, NSW 2323
12 development applications were lodged for properties in Buchanan 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
12
incl. 4 modifications
Decided
12
0 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
3
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$1.4M
across 8 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
- 1Dec
- 2Jan
- 0Feb
- 0Mar
- 2Apr
- 0May
- 3Jun
- 2Jul
- 0Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
8 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
- Alterations & additions2
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 12 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 12
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 0
- In progress
- 0
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
221 Averys Lane
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Nov 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
744 Buchanan Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 1 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
244 Averys Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
220 Averys Lane
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
213 Averys Lane
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Buchanan, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- Determined
744 Buchanan Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 15 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
215 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Fences, Garage, carport or carparking space…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 July 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
242A Averys Lane
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
203 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
220 Averys Lane
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
244 Averys Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
744 Buchanan Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 1 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
Averys Lane
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 22 Jan 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
15 Camargo Circuit
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 5 Jan 2026 · Modification
- Determined
242 Averys Lane
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
221 Averys Lane
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Nov 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
213 Averys Lane
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
215 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Fences, Garage, carport or carparking space…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
215 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Fences, Garage, carport or carparking space…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
209 Averys Lane
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
671 Buchanan Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Tennis courts
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
20 Kooralbyn Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 6 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
7 Wirrina Close
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 1 Aug 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
197 Averys Lane
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 29 July 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
419 Averys Lane
Dual occupancy, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 21 July 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
664 Buchanan Road
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1459 George Booth Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 11 June 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
2 Kooralbyn Road
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 May 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
215 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Fences, Garage, carport or carparking space…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 19 May 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
219 Averys Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
242 Averys Lane
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 Apr 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
10 Kooralbyn Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
Alterations & additions · Lodged 24 Feb 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
259 Averys Lane
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 31 Jan 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1459 George Booth Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Jan 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
19 Kooralbyn Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Carport, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Dec 2024 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Cessnock City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Buchanan: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Buchanan in the last 12 months?
12 development applications were lodged for properties in Buchanan from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 4 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jun 2026, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Buchanan?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (3), alterations & additions (2), dual occupancy & semi-detached (2).
How many new homes are proposed in Buchanan?
Applications lodged in Buchanan in the last 12 months propose 3 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 Buchanan have been decided?
Of the 12 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 12 have a decision (12 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 0 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Buchanan?
Applications for Buchanan are lodged with Cessnock City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.