Development applications in Paxton, NSW 2325
18 development applications were lodged for properties in Paxton 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
18
incl. 1 modifications
Decided
15
3 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
3
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$1.6M
across 17 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
- 0Dec
- 2Jan
- 3Feb
- 1Mar
- 0Apr
- 2May
- 1Jun
- 4Jul
- 1Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
17 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks13
- Alterations & additions2
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
- New houses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 18 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 15
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 0
- 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
10 Wedgetail Close
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling, Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
30 Millfield Road
Dwelling house, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Residential…
New houses · Lodged 28 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
39 Main Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 Adelaide Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
1 Northcote Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Paxton, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
1 Northcote Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
41 Northcote Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
14 Dianella Crescent
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 27 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
13 Northcote Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Main Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 21 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
22 Adelaide Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
14A Anderson Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 21 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
11 Mcdonald Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
12 Adelaide Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
24 Frances Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
8 Millfield Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
14 Anderson Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
30 Millfield Road
Dwelling house, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Residential…
New houses · Lodged 28 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Wedgetail Close
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling, Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Jan 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
10 Anderson Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 11 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
39 Main Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
10 Wedgetail Close
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Semi-detached dwelling, Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
29 Mcdonald Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Adelaide Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Sept 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
15 Adelaide Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 21 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Earps Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Redgum Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 31 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
38 Dianella Crescent
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 3 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
4 Forest Court
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 30 June 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
14 Wedgetail Close
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 June 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
18 Wedgetail Close
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 June 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
10 Earps Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 16 May 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
22 Mcdonald Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10A Redgum Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
48 Millfield Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Cessnock City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Paxton: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Paxton in the last 12 months?
18 development applications were lodged for properties in Paxton from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 1 was a modification to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jul 2026, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Paxton?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (13), alterations & additions (2), dual occupancy & semi-detached (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Paxton?
Applications lodged in Paxton in the last 12 months propose 3 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 Paxton have been decided?
Of the 18 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 15 have a decision (15 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 3 are still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Paxton?
Applications for Paxton are lodged with Cessnock City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.