Development applications in Helensburgh, NSW 2508
40 development applications were lodged for properties in Helensburgh 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
40
incl. 6 modifications
Decided
29
10 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
10
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$26.1M
across 31 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.
- 4Oct
- 4Nov
- 0Dec
- 4Jan
- 3Feb
- 5Mar
- 2Apr
- 4May
- 5Jun
- 3Jul
- 5Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
34 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions11
- New houses5
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks5
- Subdivisions5
- Commercial, industrial & community4
- Other & change of use2
- Apartments & townhouses1
- Granny flats1
Where applications stand
Status of the 40 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 1
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 28
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 10
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
46-48 Park Avenue
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · 5 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
7 Robertson Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 20 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
3 Laurina Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
155 Parkes Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
22A Old Station Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 14 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Helensburgh, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
89 The Crescent
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
14 The Ridge
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
28 Old Farm Road
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Other & change of use · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
208-216 Parkes Street
Warehouse or distribution centre, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
46-48 Park Avenue
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · 5 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
83-85 The Ridge
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 Aug 2026 · Modification
- In progress
11 Fletcher Street
Signage, Advertising and signage
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
70 Walker Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
9 East Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
25 Werrong Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Approved
199 Parkes Street
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 Hume Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
70 Princes Highway
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 June 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
155 Parkes Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
55 The Crescent
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 28 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Heathcote Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
2B Robertson Street
Shed, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
5 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
83-85 The Ridge
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 23 Apr 2026
- Determined
58 Old Quarry Circuit
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
20 Old Farm Road
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 20 Mar 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
79 The Ridge
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
28 The Ridge
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
221 Parkes Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
19 Postmans Track
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
19 Postmans Track
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
7-11 Lawrence Hargrave Drive
Erection of a new structure, Animal boarding or training establishment
Other & change of use · Lodged 25 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
107 Parkes Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 12 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
22A Old Station Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 14 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
94 Parkes Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 Jan 2026
Application details as published by Wollongong City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Helensburgh: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Helensburgh in the last 12 months?
40 development applications were lodged for properties in Helensburgh from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 6 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Mar 2026, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Helensburgh?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (11), new houses (5), pools, sheds, garages & decks (5).
How many new homes are proposed in Helensburgh?
Applications lodged in Helensburgh in the last 12 months propose 10 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 Helensburgh have been decided?
Of the 40 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 29 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 28 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 10 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Helensburgh?
Applications for Helensburgh are lodged with Wollongong City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.