Development applications in Culburra Beach, NSW 2540

41 development applications were lodged for properties in Culburra 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: 14 Sept 2026

Applications lodged

incl. 8 modifications

Decided

13 still in progress

New dwellings proposed

stated on applications

Declared construction value

$13.4M

across 27 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.

5
Oct
2
Nov
5
Dec
0
Jan
5
Feb
3
Mar
2
Apr
3
May
5
Jun
4
Jul
4
Aug
3
Sep

What is being proposed

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

Alterations & additions10
New houses8
Subdivisions5
Dual occupancy & semi-detached4
Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
Commercial, industrial & community2
Other & change of use1

Where applications stand

Status of the 41 applications lodged in the last 12 months.

Approved: 1
Determined (outcome not stated): 25
Refused: 0
Withdrawn or not accepted: 2
In progress: 13

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.

163 Penguins Head Road
Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy…
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
151 Penguins Head Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Determined
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 7 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
48 The Lake Circuit
Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 31 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
190 Penguins Head Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 26 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
4 Eastbourne Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 6 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M

Most recent applications

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

165 Penguins Head Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M
91 Prince Edward Avenue
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 7 Sept 2026
71 Greenbank Grove
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of…
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
48 The Lake Circuit
Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 31 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
163 Penguins Head Road
Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy…
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
6 Farrant Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Minor…
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
151 Penguins Head Road
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 5 Aug 2026
55 Addison Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 23 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
182 Marina Lane
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
28 Allerton Avenue
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 8 July 2026 · Under $100K
191 Penguins Head Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 July 2026 · Under $100K
3 Broadview Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 June 2026 · $500K–$1M
151 Penguins Head Road
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 23 June 2026
140 The Lake Circuit
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
234 Penguins Head Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
172 Penguins Head Road
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Other & change of use · Lodged 12 June 2026 · $1M–$5M
60 Orient Point Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Carport
Withdrawn
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
87 Addison Road
Demolition, Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 19 May 2026 · Under $100K
180 Penguins Head Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 May 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
151 Penguins Head Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Determined
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 7 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
78 West Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
18 Park Row
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 17 Mar 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
1 Weston Street
Office Premise, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 Mar 2026
60 Orient Point Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Carport
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
22 Prince Edward Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
151 The Marina
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
4 Eastbourne Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 6 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
101 Greenbank Grove
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 6 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
78 West Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
50 Addison Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Withdrawn
New houses · Lodged 23 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M

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

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Development in Culburra Beach: frequently asked questions

How many development applications were lodged in Culburra Beach in the last 12 months?

41 development applications were lodged for properties in Culburra Beach from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 8 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 5 applications.

What kind of development is happening in Culburra Beach?

Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (10), new houses (8), subdivisions (5).

How many new homes are proposed in Culburra Beach?

Applications lodged in Culburra Beach in the last 12 months propose 14 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 Culburra Beach have been decided?

Of the 41 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 26 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 25 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 13 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.

Which council assesses development applications in Culburra Beach?

Applications for Culburra Beach are lodged with Shoalhaven City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.