Development applications in Jesmond, NSW 2299
19 development applications were lodged for properties in Jesmond 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
19
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
13
5 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
21
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$9.5M
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.
- 0Oct
- 2Nov
- 2Dec
- 1Jan
- 1Feb
- 2Mar
- 2Apr
- 1May
- 3Jun
- 2Jul
- 0Aug
- 3Sep
What is being proposed
16 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Commercial, industrial & community5
- Granny flats4
- Apartments & townhouses3
- Alterations & additions2
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
- New houses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 19 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 1
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 12
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 5
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.
- Approved
91 Michael Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 12 Dec 2025 · 8 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
40 William Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 29 June 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
17 Mary Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 21 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
44 Cameron Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
30 Heaton Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Jesmond, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
22 Cameron Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
12 Blue Gum Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Shop, Neighbourhood…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 9 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
1 Hope Street
Subdivision, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Dual occupancy…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 5 Sept 2026
- Determined
93 Blue Gum Road
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Co-living, Non-standard Housing
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 21 July 2026 · 24 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
45 Mordue Parade
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Vehicle repair station
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
40 William Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 29 June 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
36 Robert Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
40 William Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 10 June 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
15 Blue Gum Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Specialised Retail Premises
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Withdrawn
25 Heaton Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · 3 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
30 Blue Gum Road
Commercial development, Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
44 Cameron Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
187-193 Newcastle Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Tourist and visitor accommodation, Serviced apartment
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
30 Heaton Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 27 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
38 William Street
Dual occupancy, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Carport, Driveways and hard stand…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Jan 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Approved
91 Michael Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 12 Dec 2025 · 8 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
16 Mary Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
17 Cameron Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 28 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
17 Mary Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 21 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
17 Hugo Close
Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 26 Sept 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
194 Michael Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Co-living
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 18 Sept 2025 · 44 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
30 Blue Gum Road
Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation facility (indoor), Hours of operation…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 19 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
56 Mordue Parade
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Early Education and Care Facility
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 July 2025
- Determined
30 William Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 23 July 2025 · Modification
- Determined
11 Gothic Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Co-living, Non-standard Housing, Residential Accommodation
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 3 July 2025 · 60 dwellings · $5M–$20M · Modification
- Determined
16 Robert Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 30 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
37 William Street
Hotel or motel accommodation, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 30 May 2025
- Determined
13 Blue Gum Road
Hotel or motel accommodation, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 30 May 2025
- Determined
15 Heaton Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 30 Apr 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
20 William Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 3 Apr 2025
Application details as published by Newcastle City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Jesmond: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Jesmond in the last 12 months?
19 development applications were lodged for properties in Jesmond from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jun 2026, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Jesmond?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were commercial, industrial & community (5), granny flats (4), apartments & townhouses (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Jesmond?
Applications lodged in Jesmond in the last 12 months propose 21 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 Jesmond have been decided?
Of the 19 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 13 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 12 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 5 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Jesmond?
Applications for Jesmond are lodged with Newcastle City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.