Development applications in Crescent Head, NSW 2440

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

Latest council activity: 15 Sept 2026

Applications lodged

incl. 13 modifications

Decided

5 still in progress

New dwellings proposed

stated on applications

Declared construction value

$5.0M

across 26 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.

1
Oct
7
Nov
6
Dec
2
Jan
6
Feb
4
Mar
8
Apr
4
May
3
Jun
5
Jul
8
Aug
2
Sep

What is being proposed

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

Pools, sheds, garages & decks10
Alterations & additions7
New houses7
Subdivisions6
Commercial, industrial & community4
Dual occupancy & semi-detached4
Granny flats3
Demolition only2

Where applications stand

Status of the 56 applications lodged in the last 12 months.

Approved: 1
Determined (outcome not stated): 30
Refused: 0
Withdrawn or not accepted: 20
In progress: 5

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.

5 Roy Kemp Close
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
31 Banksia Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Swimming pool
Determined
New houses · Lodged 1 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
29 Banksia Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
In progress
New houses · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
1 Sunshine Lane
Shed, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 19 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
155 Neville Morton Drive
Dwelling house, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
In progress
New houses · Lodged 14 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K

Most recent applications

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

25 Dulconghi Street
Residential flat building, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
U 2 28 Hodgson Street
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Withdrawn
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
33 Korogora Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
1718 Crescent Head Road
Erection of a new structure, Commercial livestock grazing, Agriculture
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
1718 Crescent Head Road
Erection of a new structure, Commercial livestock grazing, Agriculture
Withdrawn
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
11 Willow Street
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 18 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
16 Banksia Drive
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Swimming pool
Withdrawn
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 17 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
14 Banksia Drive
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Swimming pool
Withdrawn
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 17 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
29 Banksia Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
In progress
New houses · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
33 Korogora Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Withdrawn
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
29 Banksia Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
Withdrawn
New houses · Lodged 28 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
1 Rankine Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Registered club
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 July 2026 · $5M–$20M · Modification
2 Noongah Terrace
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 July 2026 · Under $100K
1718 Crescent Head Road
Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 2 July 2026 · Under $100K
31 Banksia Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Swimming pool
Determined
New houses · Lodged 1 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
711 Point Plomer Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 June 2026 · Under $100K
189 Beranghi Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 June 2026 · Under $100K
5 Roy Kemp Close
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
711 Point Plomer Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Withdrawn
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 May 2026 · Under $100K
50 Main Street
Demolition, Supporting Development
Determined
Demolition only · Lodged 5 May 2026 · Under $100K
5 Offshore Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 May 2026 · Under $100K
Beranghi Road
Subdivision, Agriculture
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 4 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
5 Roy Kemp Close
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Withdrawn
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
1022 Crescent Head Road
Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
2 Noongah Terrace
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Withdrawn
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
Beranghi Road
Subdivision, Agriculture
Withdrawn
Subdivisions · Lodged 21 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
2 Rosevale Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
174 Neville Morton Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
50 Main Street
Demolition, Supporting Development
Withdrawn
Demolition only · Lodged 15 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
2 Rosevale Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Withdrawn
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Apr 2026 · Under $100K

Application details as published by Kempsey Shire Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.

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Development in Crescent Head: frequently asked questions

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

56 development applications were lodged for properties in Crescent Head from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 13 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Apr 2026, with 8 applications.

What kind of development is happening in Crescent Head?

Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (10), alterations & additions (7), new houses (7).

How many new homes are proposed in Crescent Head?

Applications lodged in Crescent Head in the last 12 months propose 9 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 Crescent Head have been decided?

Of the 56 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 31 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 30 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 5 are still in progress and 20 were withdrawn or not accepted.

Which council assesses development applications in Crescent Head?

Applications for Crescent Head are lodged with Kempsey Shire Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.