Development applications in Caves Beach, NSW 2281
30 development applications were lodged for properties in Caves Beach 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
30
incl. 9 modifications
Decided
22
8 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
5
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$5.8M
across 20 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
- 3Nov
- 1Dec
- 2Jan
- 1Feb
- 4Mar
- 2Apr
- 3May
- 2Jun
- 6Jul
- 0Aug
- 4Sep
What is being proposed
21 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions10
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks4
- Granny flats2
- New houses2
- Other & change of use2
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
Where applications stand
Status of the 30 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 22
- 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- Withdrawn or not accepted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.
- Determined
8 Civic Avenue
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Fences
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 31 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
8 Phillip Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
47 Pacific Street
Secondary dwelling, Demolition, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
2 Strathmore Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 31 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
3 Sea Eagle Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Caves Beach, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
17 Cinnabar Close
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Sept 2026
- In progress
17 The Esplanade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- In progress
3 Sea Eagle Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
116 Macquarie Grove
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
2 Strathmore Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 31 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
14 Sapphire Close
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 31 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Alexander Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 24 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
10 Brigantine Place
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
9 Silver Birch Close
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
15 Alexander Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
38 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
14A Caldwell Street
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Other & change of use · Lodged 13 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
65 Caves Beach Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 12 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
5 Ocean View Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
1 Brigantine Place
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
126 Caves Beach Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
16 Seacliff Place
Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Garage, carport or…
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
8 Civic Avenue
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Fences
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 31 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
12 Village Grove
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 24 Mar 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
15 Village Grove
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
50 Ocean View Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 4 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
36 Scenic Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 17 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
47 Pacific Street
Secondary dwelling, Demolition, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Alexander Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
8 Phillip Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
52 Park Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Landscaping structures
Alterations & additions · Lodged 26 Nov 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
8 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Minor building…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
23 Pacific Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
22 Sapphire Close
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Galleon Grove
Home business, Hours of operation and trading
Other & change of use · Lodged 10 Oct 2025 · 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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Caves Beach market data
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Development in Caves Beach: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Caves Beach in the last 12 months?
30 development applications were lodged for properties in Caves Beach from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 9 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jul 2026, with 6 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Caves Beach?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (10), pools, sheds, garages & decks (4), granny flats (2).
How many new homes are proposed in Caves Beach?
Applications lodged in Caves Beach in the last 12 months propose 5 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 Caves Beach have been decided?
Of the 30 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 22 have a decision (22 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 Caves Beach?
Applications for Caves Beach are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.