Development applications in Cardiff Heights, NSW 2285
12 development applications were lodged for properties in Cardiff 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
12
incl. 4 modifications
Decided
7
4 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
1
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$684K
across 5 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
- 2Nov
- 1Dec
- 2Jan
- 1Feb
- 0Mar
- 0Apr
- 0May
- 1Jun
- 3Jul
- 1Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
8 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions4
- Demolition only1
- Granny flats1
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks1
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 12 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 7
- 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- Withdrawn or not accepted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.
- In progress
8 Rowes Lane
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 28 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
163 Reservoir Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Main Road
Attached dwelling, Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
200 Wallsend Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- In progress
238 Wallsend Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 9 June 2026 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 21 applications lodged in Cardiff Heights, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
187 Wallsend Road
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Aug 2026 · Modification
- In progress
8 Rowes Lane
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 28 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
6 Harrisons Lane
Educational establishment , Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, School
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 28 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
163 Reservoir Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
238 Wallsend Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 9 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
85A Main Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 4 Feb 2026
- Withdrawn
85A Main Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
187 Wallsend Road
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Jan 2026 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
15 Main Road
Attached dwelling, Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
200 Wallsend Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
187 Wallsend Road
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Nov 2025 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
4 Nadrian Close
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 29 Oct 2025
- Determined
85A Main Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 31 July 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
16 Nadrian Close
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 14 July 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
6A Rainbow Close
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
71 Main Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
140 Reservoir Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Privacy screens
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 Jan 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
6A Rainbow Close
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 Oct 2024 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
15 Main Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Aug 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
79 Main Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 21 Jan 2024 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
140 Reservoir Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 Nov 2023 · 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 Cardiff Heights: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Cardiff Heights in the last 12 months?
12 development applications were lodged for properties in Cardiff Heights from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 4 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jul 2026, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Cardiff Heights?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (4), demolition only (1), granny flats (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Cardiff Heights?
Applications lodged in Cardiff Heights 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 Cardiff Heights have been decided?
Of the 12 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 7 have a decision (7 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 Cardiff Heights?
Applications for Cardiff Heights are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.