Development applications in Holmesville, NSW 2286
20 development applications were lodged for properties in Holmesville 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
20
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
9
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
11
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$4.4M
across 15 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
- 2Nov
- 3Dec
- 0Jan
- 1Feb
- 1Mar
- 1Apr
- 2May
- 2Jun
- 1Jul
- 2Aug
- 2Sep
What is being proposed
17 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached4
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks4
- Alterations & additions3
- Granny flats3
- Apartments & townhouses1
- New houses1
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 20 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 9
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- 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.
- In progress
32 Seaham Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 22 May 2026 · 5 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
3 George Street
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or…
Granny flats · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
45 Appletree Road
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 8 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
47 St Helen Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 27 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
9 William Street
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Holmesville, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
69 Seaham Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
88 Seaham Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 10 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
22 Earl Street
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Granny flats · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- In progress
9 William Street
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
45 Appletree Road
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 8 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
25 Government Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 29 June 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
22 Earl Street
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Granny flats · Lodged 23 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- In progress
47 St Helen Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 27 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
32 Seaham Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 22 May 2026 · 5 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
11 Margaret Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
28 George Street
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 George Street
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or…
Granny flats · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
8 Buni Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
8 Buni Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
11 William Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 2 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
74 Seaham Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
40 Seaham Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
45 Appletree Road
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 21 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
66 Seaham Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
4 Seaham Street
Shed, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
4A Seaham Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 22 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
18 Earl Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Private Lane
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 23 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
7A Margaret Street
Demolition, Dwelling house
New houses · Lodged 14 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
33 Appletree Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 27 Feb 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
49 Appletree Road
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 17 Feb 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
93 Seaham Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 10 Feb 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
3 George Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Garage, carport or carparking…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Jan 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
103 Seaham Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 Dec 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
13 Earl Street
Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
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 Holmesville: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Holmesville in the last 12 months?
20 development applications were lodged for properties in Holmesville from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Holmesville?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were dual occupancy & semi-detached (4), pools, sheds, garages & decks (4), alterations & additions (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Holmesville?
Applications lodged in Holmesville in the last 12 months propose 11 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 Holmesville have been decided?
Of the 20 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 9 have a decision (9 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Holmesville?
Applications for Holmesville are lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.