Development applications in Cobar, NSW 2835
31 development applications were lodged for properties in Cobar 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
31
incl. 2 modifications
Decided
20
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
11
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$5.2M
across 24 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
- 0Nov
- 1Dec
- 5Jan
- 4Feb
- 3Mar
- 2Apr
- 2May
- 2Jun
- 5Jul
- 2Aug
- 4Sep
What is being proposed
29 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks11
- Commercial, industrial & community8
- Alterations & additions3
- New houses3
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
- Subdivisions2
Where applications stand
Status of the 31 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 20
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- 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
1 Broomfield Street
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · 6 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
66 Marshall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Clifton Place
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Residential Accommodation, Supporting Development
New houses · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
30 Becker Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Manufactured home
New houses · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
19 Clifton Place
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Fences, Residential Accommodation…
New houses · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Cobar, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
66 Marshall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 2 dwellings · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
12375 Barrier Highway
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Camping ground
Other & change of use · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- In progress
30 Becker Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Manufactured home
New houses · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
120 Lerida Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 Sept 2026
- In progress
1 Broomfield Street
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · 6 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
12 Green Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 18 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
24 Becker Street
Commercial development, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 July 2026
- In progress
18 Gibbes Street
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure, General industry
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
66 Marshall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Nullamut Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
2 Lean Street
Signage, Advertising and signage, Erection of a new structure, Advertising structure, Building identification sign, Business identification…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 1 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
32-38 Yarran Circle
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 19 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
120 Lerida Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
16 Annies Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
18 Green Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 26 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
71 Becker Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Old Bourke Road
Demolition, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Depot
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 17 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
101 Marshall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Caravan park
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 Mar 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
8 Denman Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
69 Marshall Street
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Outdoor dining - general, Food and…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
29-33 Marshall Street
Advertising and signage, Shop
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Bilby Close
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Annies Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
12 Annies Lane
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Clifton Place
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Residential Accommodation, Supporting Development
New houses · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
19 Clifton Place
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Fences, Residential Accommodation…
New houses · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
69 Marshall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Automotive/truck premises, Service station
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
11965 Barrier Highway
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Agriculture
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 21 Jan 2026
- Determined
4 Condon Place
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
11 Blakey Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Cobar Shire Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Cobar: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Cobar in the last 12 months?
31 development applications were lodged for properties in Cobar from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 2 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jan 2026, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Cobar?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (11), commercial, industrial & community (8), alterations & additions (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Cobar?
Applications lodged in Cobar 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 Cobar have been decided?
Of the 31 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 20 have a decision (20 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Cobar?
Applications for Cobar are lodged with Cobar Shire Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.