Development applications in Kotara, NSW 2289
35 development applications were lodged for properties in Kotara 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
35
incl. 5 modifications
Decided
21
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
12
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$8.6M
across 27 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.
- 5Oct
- 1Nov
- 1Dec
- 5Jan
- 4Feb
- 1Mar
- 4Apr
- 2May
- 3Jun
- 2Jul
- 3Aug
- 4Sep
What is being proposed
30 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions13
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks6
- Apartments & townhouses2
- Demolition only2
- New houses2
- Subdivisions2
- Commercial, industrial & community1
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
- Granny flats1
Where applications stand
Status of the 35 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 21
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 5
- 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
17 Joanne Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 July 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
23 Kuranda Crescent
Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
51 Rodway Parade
Attached dwelling, Demolition, Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
361 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 1 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
100 Grayson Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 16 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Kotara, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
23 Kuranda Crescent
Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
10 Joslin Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
118 Rae Crescent
Shed, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Cabanas, cubby houses…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
105 Rae Crescent
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures), Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
29 Kimbarra Close
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (external)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
37 Springfield Avenue
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- In progress
181 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
17 Joanne Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 July 2026 · 4 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
227 Grinsell Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Minor…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
57 Springfield Avenue
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Nesbitt Close
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Fences
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
8 Clayton Crescent
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 June 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
42 Moruya Parade
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
361 Park Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 1 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
12 Bryson Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
111 Charlestown Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 23 Apr 2026
- Withdrawn
80 Springfield Avenue
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · 3 dwellings · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
100 Grayson Avenue
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
5 Moruya Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
51 Rodway Parade
Attached dwelling, Demolition, Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
10 Vista Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
30 Wallace Street
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
100 Grayson Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 16 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
110 Grinsell Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
61 Grinsell Street
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 12 Jan 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
21 Wallace Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 12 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
94 Rae Crescent
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 6 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Rodway Parade
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
111 Charlestown Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 9 Dec 2025
- Determined
97 Grayson Avenue
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Granny flats · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
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 Kotara: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Kotara in the last 12 months?
35 development applications were lodged for properties in Kotara from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 5 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Kotara?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (13), pools, sheds, garages & decks (6), apartments & townhouses (2).
How many new homes are proposed in Kotara?
Applications lodged in Kotara in the last 12 months propose 12 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 Kotara have been decided?
Of the 35 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 21 have a decision (21 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 5 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Kotara?
Applications for Kotara are lodged with Newcastle City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.