Development applications in Dora Creek, NSW 2264
58 development applications were lodged for properties in Dora Creek 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
58
incl. 6 modifications
Decided
46
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
48
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$25.6M
across 49 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.
- 3Oct
- 7Nov
- 6Dec
- 3Jan
- 9Feb
- 7Mar
- 8Apr
- 1May
- 4Jun
- 6Jul
- 3Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
52 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached24
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks8
- Alterations & additions7
- New houses6
- Subdivisions5
- Other & change of use2
Where applications stand
Status of the 58 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 46
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 3
- 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.
- Determined
75 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
105 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
115 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
19 Bright Circuit
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
107 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Dora Creek, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
154 Hawke Mount Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 8 Sept 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- In progress
23 Bright Circuit
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 31 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
89 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
131 Coorumbung Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
- Determined
206 Newport Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
16 Pamela Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
133 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 15 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
- In progress
95 Coorumbung Road
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Garage, carport or…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 7 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
51 Coorumbung Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 6 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
222 Dora Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 1 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
206 Newport Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
62 Dora Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
45 Newport Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
101 Hawke Mount Road
Demolition, Advertising and signage, Erection of a new structure, Highway service centre
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 2 June 2026 · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
123 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 13 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
101 Hawke Mount Road
Advertising and signage, Erection of a new structure, Highway service centre
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 Apr 2026 · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
61 Newport Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
74 Newport Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
109 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 15 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
7 Delhi Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
34 Bright Circuit
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
105 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
75 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Withdrawn
34 Bright Circuit
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
42 Bright Circuit
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
21 Stingaree Point Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Waterway structures - minor alterations
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
107 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
9 Delhi Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
115 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Withdrawn
109 Coorumbung Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
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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Development in Dora Creek: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Dora Creek in the last 12 months?
58 development applications were lodged for properties in Dora Creek from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 6 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Feb 2026, with 9 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Dora Creek?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were dual occupancy & semi-detached (24), pools, sheds, garages & decks (8), alterations & additions (7).
How many new homes are proposed in Dora Creek?
Applications lodged in Dora Creek in the last 12 months propose 48 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 Dora Creek have been decided?
Of the 58 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 46 have a decision (46 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 3 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Dora Creek?
Applications for Dora Creek are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.