Development applications in Macmasters Beach, NSW 2251
23 development applications were lodged for properties in Macmasters Beach 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
23
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
10
11 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
8
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$10.5M
across 16 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
- 1Nov
- 2Dec
- 2Jan
- 1Feb
- 0Mar
- 3Apr
- 1May
- 2Jun
- 2Jul
- 4Aug
- 2Sep
What is being proposed
20 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions8
- New houses5
- Subdivisions3
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks2
Where applications stand
Status of the 23 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 10
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 11
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
5 Macmaster Parade
Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
47 Lakeside Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 10 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
45 Beachview Esplanade
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 11 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
32 Ocean Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
34 Ocean Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Macmasters Beach, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
32 Ocean Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- In progress
34 Ocean Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
45 Beachview Esplanade
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 11 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
566 The Scenic Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
29A Macmaster Parade
Erection of a new structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
24 Grahame Drive
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
36 Warri Crescent
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 20 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
5 Macmaster Parade
Demolition, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
8 1 Warri Crescent
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 June 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
797 The Scenic Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
9 Macmaster Parade
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 12 May 2026
- Determined
57 Beachview Esplanade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
707A The Scenic Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 15 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
498 The Scenic Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 13 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
12 Beachview Esplanade
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 South Pacific Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
32 Ocean Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Withdrawn
14 Macmaster Parade
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 16 Dec 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
568 The Scenic Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Dec 2025
- Determined
43 Macmaster Parade
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Nov 2025 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
3 Stone Place
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
47 Lakeside Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 10 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Withdrawn
566 The Scenic Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
6 Newell Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 Sept 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
66 Beachview Esplanade
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 7 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
7 Stone Place
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
20 Lakeside Drive
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 1 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
16 Bombi Road South
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 19 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
16 Bombi Road South
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 19 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
17 Ocean Drive
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 15 Aug 2025 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
Application details as published by Central Coast Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Macmasters Beach: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Macmasters Beach in the last 12 months?
23 development applications were lodged for properties in Macmasters Beach from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Aug 2026, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Macmasters Beach?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (8), new houses (5), subdivisions (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Macmasters Beach?
Applications lodged in Macmasters Beach in the last 12 months propose 8 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 Macmasters Beach have been decided?
Of the 23 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 10 have a decision (10 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 11 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Macmasters Beach?
Applications for Macmasters Beach are lodged with Central Coast Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.