Development applications in Nowra Hill, NSW 2540

13 development applications were lodged for properties in Nowra Hill from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. What is being built, how much of it is housing, and where each application stands.

Latest council activity: 15 Sept 2026

Applications lodged

incl. 3 modifications

Decided

5 still in progress

New dwellings proposed

stated on applications

Declared construction value

$6.3M

across 10 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.

2
Oct
2
Nov
1
Dec
2
Jan
0
Feb
1
Mar
1
Apr
0
May
1
Jun
0
Jul
1
Aug
2
Sep

What is being proposed

10 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).

Alterations & additions3
Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
Other & change of use2
Commercial, industrial & community1
Subdivisions1

Where applications stand

Status of the 13 applications lodged in the last 12 months.

Approved: 0
Determined (outcome not stated): 8
Refused: 0
Withdrawn or not accepted: 0
In progress: 5

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.

167 The Links Road
Demolition, Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 24 Oct 2025 · $1M–$5M
16 Gannet Road
Erection of a new structure, School
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $500K–$1M
154 Woncor Avenue
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
232 Stringybark Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
63 Timber Ridge Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · Under $100K

Most recent applications

The 24 applications lodged in Nowra Hill, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.

25 Greendale Close
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
25 Willandra Way
Erection of a new structure, Rainwater tanks, Residential Accommodation
In progress
Other & change of use · Lodged 4 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
16 Gannet Road
Erection of a new structure, School
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $500K–$1M
162 Stringybark Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 June 2026 · Under $100K
162 Stringybark Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
25 Willandra Way
Erection of a new structure, Rainwater tanks, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Other & change of use · Lodged 20 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
232 Stringybark Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
202 Gannet Road
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
Other & change of use · Lodged 15 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
16 Gannet Road
Educational establishment , Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 17 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
51 Tea Tree Lane
Subdivision
In progress
Subdivisions · Lodged 25 Nov 2025 · Modification
63 Timber Ridge Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
167 The Links Road
Demolition, Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 24 Oct 2025 · $1M–$5M
154 Woncor Avenue
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
181 The Links Road
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure, General industry
Approved
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 July 2025 · $5M–$20M
32 Calymea Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
New houses · Lodged 17 June 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
72 Stringybark Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 6 May 2025 · $100K–$500K
21 Nowra Hill Road
Erection of a new structure, Electricity generating facility (solar and wind)
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 May 2025 · $1M–$5M · Modification
192 Stringybark Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Apr 2025 · $100K–$500K
8 Wirilda Drive
Temporary building, structure or use, Swimming pool
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 July 2024 · Under $100K
50 Tea Tree Lane
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Stormwater management system
Determined
Alterations & additions · Lodged 17 June 2024 · Under $100K · Modification
147 The Links Road
Subdivision
Determined
Subdivisions · Lodged 21 May 2024 · $5M–$20M
49 Tea Tree Lane
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Determined
New houses · Lodged 22 Apr 2024 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
168 Albatross Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Withdrawn
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 11 Apr 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
133 Albatross Road
Erection of a new structure, Moveable dwelling
In progress
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 29 Sept 2023 · 203 dwellings · $20M–$100M

Application details as published by Shoalhaven City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.

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Development in Nowra Hill: frequently asked questions

How many development applications were lodged in Nowra Hill in the last 12 months?

13 development applications were lodged for properties in Nowra Hill from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 2 applications.

What kind of development is happening in Nowra Hill?

Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (3), pools, sheds, garages & decks (3), other & change of use (2).

How many development applications in Nowra Hill have been decided?

Of the 13 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 8 have a decision (8 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 5 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.

Which council assesses development applications in Nowra Hill?

Applications for Nowra Hill are lodged with Shoalhaven City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.