Development applications in Salamander Bay, NSW 2317
43 development applications were lodged for properties in Salamander Bay 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
43
incl. 8 modifications
Decided
37
5 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
9
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$8.2M
across 34 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.
- 6Oct
- 4Nov
- 6Dec
- 1Jan
- 4Feb
- 1Mar
- 2Apr
- 7May
- 1Jun
- 6Jul
- 2Aug
- 3Sep
What is being proposed
35 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions15
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks8
- Commercial, industrial & community4
- New houses4
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
- Granny flats1
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 43 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 37
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- 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.
- Determined
186 Soldiers Point Road
Dual occupancy, Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 20 Nov 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
140 Soldiers Point Road
Dual occupancy, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
312 Wanda Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 1 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
330A Wanda Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 14 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
103 Salamander Way
Demolition, Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 14 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Salamander Bay, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
346 Soldiers Point Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Depot
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
35 Scott Circuit
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures), Carport, Swimming pool, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- In progress
Unit 1 81 Salamander Way
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 7 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
127A Salamander Way
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 187 Soldiers Point Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal), Minor building alterations (external)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
60 Salamander Way
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Fences, Garage, carport or carparking…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
22 Ninox Close
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- In progress
330A Wanda Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 14 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
306 Wanda Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 13 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
7 Scott Circuit
Shed, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
312 Wanda Avenue
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 1 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
2 Waratah Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
Lot 6 SP3811 3 Town Centre Circuit
Advertising and signage, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
44 Scott Circuit
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
103 Salamander Way
Demolition, Dwelling house, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 14 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
10 Marty Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
70 Salamander Way
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal), Minor building alterations (external)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
7 Kemp Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
203 Soldiers Point Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
157 Soldiers Point Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 28 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
195 Soldiers Point Road
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 20 Apr 2026 · 5 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Withdrawn
15 Wanda Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 5 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
5 Compass Close
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 23 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
19 Scott Circuit
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 13 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
2B Gilchrist Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
81 Scott Circuit
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
17 Yachtsman Crescent
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 12 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
15 Bagnall Beach Road
Signage, Advertising and signage, Advertising structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
1 Kestrel Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
38 Scott Circuit
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Minor building alterations (internal), Minor building alterations (external)
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
Application details as published by Port Stephens Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Salamander Bay: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Salamander Bay in the last 12 months?
43 development applications were lodged for properties in Salamander Bay from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 8 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was May 2026, with 7 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Salamander Bay?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (15), pools, sheds, garages & decks (8), commercial, industrial & community (4).
How many new homes are proposed in Salamander Bay?
Applications lodged in Salamander Bay in the last 12 months propose 9 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 Salamander Bay have been decided?
Of the 43 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 37 have a decision (37 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 5 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Salamander Bay?
Applications for Salamander Bay are lodged with Port Stephens Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.