Development applications in North Nowra, NSW 2541
21 development applications were lodged for properties in North Nowra 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
21
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
14
6 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
30
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$5.2M
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
- 0Nov
- 1Dec
- 0Jan
- 4Feb
- 2Mar
- 1Apr
- 1May
- 3Jun
- 3Jul
- 2Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
18 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached8
- Alterations & additions3
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
- Subdivisions2
- Apartments & townhouses1
- Granny flats1
Where applications stand
Status of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 1
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 13
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 6
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
155 Illaroo Road
Erection of a new structure, Co-living, Non-standard Housing, Residential Accommodation
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 June 2026 · 16 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
210 Illaroo Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 8 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
14 Caroola Parade
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
108 Pitt Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 21 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
1 Booragal Place
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 30 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in North Nowra, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
22A Walsh Crescent
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
3 Page Avenue
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026
- In progress
34 Coconut Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
22A Walsh Cres
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
1 Booragal Place
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
14 Caroola Parade
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
1 Booragal Place
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 30 June 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
18 Walsh Crescent
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 June 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
155 Illaroo Road
Erection of a new structure, Co-living, Non-standard Housing, Residential Accommodation
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 June 2026 · 16 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
22 Sutherland Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
210 Illaroo Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 8 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Approved
22 Walsh Crescent
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 19 Mar 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
7 Crawford Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 18 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
2 Asquith Close
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Minor building…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
3 Page Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 25 Feb 2026 · 2 dwellings · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Harrison Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Feb 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
12 Maybern Close
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Morschel Avenue
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 4 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
4 Morschel Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
76 Pitt Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 23 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
108 Pitt Street
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 21 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
9 Coreen Close
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
132 Mcmahons Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 5 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Narrien Place
Home business, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
2 Halcot Avenue
Signage, Advertising and signage, Business identification sign
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
17 Kareela Crescent
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
201 Illaroo Road
Signage, Advertising and signage, Business identification sign
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
140 Illaroo Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 1 Apr 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
208 Yurunga Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 Mar 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
61 Crams Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 24 Feb 2025 · $100K–$500K
Application details as published by Shoalhaven City Council, Sutherland Shire Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in North Nowra: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in North Nowra in the last 12 months?
21 development applications were lodged for properties in North Nowra from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Feb 2026, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in North Nowra?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were dual occupancy & semi-detached (8), alterations & additions (3), pools, sheds, garages & decks (3).
How many new homes are proposed in North Nowra?
Applications lodged in North Nowra in the last 12 months propose 30 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 North Nowra have been decided?
Of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 14 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 13 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 6 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in North Nowra?
Applications for North Nowra are lodged with Shoalhaven City Council and Sutherland Shire Council. Each council's public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.