Development applications in Highfields, NSW 2289
10 development applications were lodged for properties in Highfields 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
10
incl. 5 modifications
Decided
7
1 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
1
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$291K
across 3 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
- 1Nov
- 0Dec
- 1Jan
- 0Feb
- 0Mar
- 2Apr
- 2May
- 0Jun
- 2Jul
- 1Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
5 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions3
- Granny flats1
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks1
Where applications stand
Status of the 10 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 7
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 1
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
375 Pacific Highway
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Granny flats · Lodged 24 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
49 Highfields Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
5 Margaret Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 23 applications lodged in Highfields, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
5 Margaret Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
375 Pacific Highway
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Granny flats · Lodged 24 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 Margaret Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
21 George Street
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
12 Margaret Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
49 Highfields Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
356 Pacific Highway
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Withdrawn
5 Margaret Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Highfields Parade
Residential flat building, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
12A Valaud Crescent
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure, Carport, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 Margaret Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
4 Kahibah Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 July 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
51 Valaud Crescent
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 July 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
21 George Street
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Dual…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 2 July 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
8 Kahibah Road
Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 18 June 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
2 Valaud Crescent
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Mar 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
356 Pacific Highway
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
8 Kahibah Road
Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
29 Valaud Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 Oct 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
52A Kahibah Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 Sept 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
10A George Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal), Minor…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Aug 2024 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Withdrawn
29 Kahibah Road
Secondary dwelling, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Granny flats · Lodged 9 Apr 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
40 Highfields Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 Mar 2024 · $100K–$500K
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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Highfields market data
Median prices, rental yield, growth, vacancy and properties for sale in Highfields.
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Development in Highfields: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Highfields in the last 12 months?
10 development applications were lodged for properties in Highfields from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 5 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Apr 2026, with 2 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Highfields?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (3), granny flats (1), pools, sheds, garages & decks (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Highfields?
Applications lodged in Highfields in the last 12 months propose 1 new dwelling, 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 Highfields have been decided?
Of the 10 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 7 have a decision (7 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 1 is still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Highfields?
Applications for Highfields are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.