Development applications in Cumbalum, NSW 2478
21 development applications were lodged for properties in Cumbalum 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
21
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
14
7 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
14
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$18.1M
across 18 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
- 3Dec
- 1Jan
- 3Feb
- 0Mar
- 1Apr
- 4May
- 2Jun
- 0Jul
- 3Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
18 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached7
- Alterations & additions3
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
- Subdivisions3
- Commercial, industrial & community1
- New houses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 14
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 0
- In progress
- 7
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
15 Darcey Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
1 Fagan Place
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Driveways and hard stand spaces…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
29 Highfield Terrace
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
2 Fagan Place
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
23 Hartigan Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 1 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Cumbalum, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
Ballina Heights Drive
Commercial development, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
6 Lindsay Avenue
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
Ballina Heights Drive
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
2 Fagan Place
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
15 Darcey Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
15 Darcey Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 4 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
35 Farrelly Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 25 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
38 Unara Parkway
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
55 Koellner Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 4 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
23 Hartigan Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 1 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
38 Unara Parkway
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 23 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
9 Darcey Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
29 Highfield Terrace
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
167 Southern Cross Drive
Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Resource recovery…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 Feb 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
6 Darcey Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
Ballina Heights Drive
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 10 Dec 2025 · $5M–$20M
- Determined
195 Cumbalum Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Swimming pool
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
22 Fallow Drive
Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
24 Chilcott Circuit
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Mcevoy Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 11 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 Fagan Place
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Driveways and hard stand spaces…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
31 Lindsay Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
15 Windrow Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 22 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
27 Acreage Street
Erection of a new structure, Barbecues and other outdoor cooking structures, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 19 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
59 Pacific Heights Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 12 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
35 Koellner Road
Erection of a new structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Sept 2025 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
- Determined
40A Liffey Avenue
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Unara Parkway
Erection of a new structure, Fences
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Windrow Avenue
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 1 Aug 2025 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
42 Presentation Crescent
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 July 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
Application details as published by Ballina Shire Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Cumbalum: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Cumbalum in the last 12 months?
21 development applications were lodged for properties in Cumbalum from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was May 2026, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Cumbalum?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were dual occupancy & semi-detached (7), alterations & additions (3), pools, sheds, garages & decks (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Cumbalum?
Applications lodged in Cumbalum 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 Cumbalum have been decided?
Of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 14 have a decision (14 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 7 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Cumbalum?
Applications for Cumbalum are lodged with Ballina Shire Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.