Development applications in Potts Point, NSW 2011
70 development applications were lodged for properties in Potts Point 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
70
incl. 43 modifications
Decided
49
19 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
0
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$19.2M
across 25 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.
- 7Oct
- 2Nov
- 5Dec
- 3Jan
- 6Feb
- 8Mar
- 9Apr
- 1May
- 4Jun
- 8Jul
- 10Aug
- 7Sep
What is being proposed
27 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions16
- Commercial, industrial & community11
Where applications stand
Status of the 70 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 1
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 48
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 19
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.
- Approved
107-109 Darlinghurst Road
Hostel, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Non-standard Housing
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 Oct 2025 · $5M–$20M
- In progress
44/16-20 Kings Cross Road
Multi-dwelling housing, Medium Density Housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
3 163 Victoria Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
1 Earl Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
123-125 Macleay Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Apr 2026 · $1M–$5M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Potts Point, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
203 24-30 Springfield Avenue
Office Premise, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 19 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
50 Kellett Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Sept 2026 · Modification
- In progress
1 Challis Avenue
Educational establishment , Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 17 Sept 2026 · Modification
- In progress
32-34 Orwell Street
Business premises, Advertising and signage, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
32-34 Orwell Street
Business premises, Advertising and signage, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
238-242 William Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
5-15 Orwell Street
Restaurant or cafe, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 2 Sept 2026 · Modification
- In progress
Shop 7 2-14 Bayswater Road
Take away food and drink, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 31 Aug 2026 · Modification
- In progress
44/16-20 Kings Cross Road
Multi-dwelling housing, Medium Density Housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
1 13A Wylde Street
Demolition, Residential flat building, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · 5 dwellings · $5M–$20M · Modification
- In progress
54-64 Kellett Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 28 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
169 Victoria Street
Attached dwelling, Shop top housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Food and drink premise
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Aug 2026 · $5M–$20M · Modification
- In progress
Unit 2004, 73 Victoria St
Residential flat building, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 19 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
81 Macleay Street
Shop, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 14 Aug 2026 · Modification
- Determined
65-65B Macleay Street
Food and drink premise, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 13 Aug 2026 · Modification
- Determined
9-15 Bayswater Road
Pub, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 4 Aug 2026 · Modification
- Determined
8 St Neot Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · Modification
- In progress
3 1A Wylde Street
Residential flat building, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
24-30 Springfield Avenue
Office Premise, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Shop
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 17 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
82-94 Darlinghurst Road
Recreation facility (indoor), Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
24-28 Kellett Street
Small bar, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
117 Victoria Street
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Other & change of use · Lodged 10 July 2026 · Modification
- In progress
3 163 Victoria Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
117 Victoria Street
Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
Other & change of use · Lodged 3 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
1 Earl Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 July 2026 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
32-34 Orwell Street
Business premises, Advertising and signage, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 30 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
117B Macleay Street
Restaurant or cafe, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Footpaths - outdoor dining, Change of use of land or a…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 30 June 2026 · Modification
- In progress
2 Macleay Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 June 2026 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
1 9 Kellett Street
Restaurant or cafe, Food and drink premise, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 8 June 2026 · Modification
- Determined
1 234 William Street
Advertising and signage, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Medical centre, Change of use of land or a building…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
Application details as published by Council of the City of Sydney. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Potts Point: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Potts Point in the last 12 months?
70 development applications were lodged for properties in Potts Point from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 43 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Aug 2026, with 10 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Potts Point?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (16), commercial, industrial & community (11).
How many development applications in Potts Point have been decided?
Of the 70 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 49 have a decision (1 recorded as approved, 48 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 19 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Potts Point?
Applications for Potts Point are lodged with Council of the City of Sydney. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.