Development applications in North Willoughby, NSW 2068
26 development applications were lodged for properties in North Willoughby 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
26
incl. 8 modifications
Decided
22
3 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
12
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$18.7M
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.
- 1Oct
- 3Nov
- 3Dec
- 1Jan
- 0Feb
- 2Mar
- 5Apr
- 1May
- 2Jun
- 6Jul
- 1Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
18 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions8
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks4
- Commercial, industrial & community3
- New houses2
- Apartments & townhouses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 26 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 22
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- 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.
- In progress
259 Penshurst Street
Demolition, Residential flat building, Erection of a new structure, Community facility
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 Mar 2026 · 10 dwellings · $5M–$20M
- Determined
26 Hollywood Crescent
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 27 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
26 Hollywood Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
206 High Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
315 Penshurst Street
Pub, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Dec 2025 · $1M–$5M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in North Willoughby, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
15A Cambridge Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
1A Glover Street
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
24 Horsley Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 July 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
315 Penshurst Street
Pub, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 23 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
206 High Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
29 Laurel Street
Commercial development, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
64 Warrane Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
330 Penshurst Street
Shop top housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 3 July 2026 · 36 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
330 Penshurst Street
Shop top housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 25 June 2026 · 36 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
1A Glover Street
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Hollywood Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
330 Penshurst Street
Shop top housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · 36 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
24 Forsyth Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
15A Cambridge Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
53 Mcclelland Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Carport
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
24 Horsley Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
16 Macmahon Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 Mar 2026
- In progress
259 Penshurst Street
Demolition, Residential flat building, Erection of a new structure, Community facility
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 23 Mar 2026 · 10 dwellings · $5M–$20M
- Withdrawn
24 Forsyth Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 27 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
315 Penshurst Street
Pub, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Dec 2025 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
178 Sydney Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
186 High Street
Signage, Advertising and signage
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 9 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Hollywood Crescent
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 27 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
Shop 6 283 Penshurst Street
Recreation facility (indoor), Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 26 Nov 2025 · Modification
- Determined
4 Cambridge Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
188 Penshurst Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
247 Penshurst Street
Restaurant or cafe, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 Aug 2025 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
11 Chaleyer Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Aug 2025 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
235 High Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
6 Megalong Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 July 2025 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Willoughby City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in North Willoughby: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in North Willoughby in the last 12 months?
26 development applications were lodged for properties in North Willoughby from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 8 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jul 2026, with 6 applications.
What kind of development is happening in North Willoughby?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (8), pools, sheds, garages & decks (4), commercial, industrial & community (3).
How many new homes are proposed in North Willoughby?
Applications lodged in North Willoughby 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 North Willoughby have been decided?
Of the 26 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 22 have a decision (22 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 3 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in North Willoughby?
Applications for North Willoughby are lodged with Willoughby City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.