Development applications in Merewether Heights, NSW 2291
11 development applications were lodged for properties in Merewether Heights 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
11
incl. 4 modifications
Decided
6
3 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
1
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$1.7M
across 6 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
- 0Nov
- 0Dec
- 0Jan
- 0Feb
- 2Mar
- 0Apr
- 0May
- 1Jun
- 2Jul
- 3Aug
- 2Sep
What is being proposed
7 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions4
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks2
- New houses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 11 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 6
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 3
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
38 The Quarter Deck
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 31 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
36 Rembrandt Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
6 Cedar Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
27 The Quarter Deck
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Toorak Court
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 June 2026 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Merewether Heights, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
36 Rembrandt Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
36 Rembrandt Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
59 Bershire Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- In progress
14 Cedar Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
14 Cedar Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
38 The Quarter Deck
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 31 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
38 The Quarter Deck
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Toorak Court
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
27 The Quarter Deck
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Cedar Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
8 The Grove
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
14 Cedar Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
34 Summer Place
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
6 View Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Garage, carport…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 July 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
23 Rembrandt Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 July 2025 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
220 Scenic Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 July 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
37 Bershire Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 May 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
9 Sun Hill Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 May 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
36 The Quarter Deck
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Apr 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
23 Bershire Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
156 Scenic Drive
Signage, Advertising and signage
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 9 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
20 Ashford Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Apr 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
3 Hatfield Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Dec 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
53 Bershire Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 24 Oct 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
4 Bershire Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 23 Sept 2024 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
13 Elsworth Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Aug 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 View Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Garage, carport…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Aug 2024 · $500K–$1M
- Withdrawn
43 Sun Hill Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 July 2024 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
59 Bershire Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 June 2024 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
8 The Grove
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 May 2024 · $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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Merewether Heights market data
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Sales
Recently sold in Merewether Heights
What buyers actually paid, days on market and recent sale prices in Merewether Heights.
Development in Merewether Heights: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Merewether Heights in the last 12 months?
11 development applications were lodged for properties in Merewether Heights from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 4 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Aug 2026, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Merewether Heights?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (4), pools, sheds, garages & decks (2), new houses (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Merewether Heights?
Applications lodged in Merewether Heights 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 Merewether Heights have been decided?
Of the 11 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 6 have a decision (6 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 3 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Merewether Heights?
Applications for Merewether Heights are lodged with Newcastle City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.