Development applications in Salt Ash, NSW 2318
11 development applications were lodged for properties in Salt Ash 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
11
incl. 1 modifications
Decided
9
1 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
2
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$988K
across 9 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.
- 0Oct
- 2Nov
- 2Dec
- 0Jan
- 2Feb
- 1Mar
- 0Apr
- 2May
- 1Jun
- 1Jul
- 0Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
10 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks5
- Alterations & additions2
- Commercial, industrial & community1
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
- New houses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 11 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 9
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 1
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
20 Oakfield Road
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
420 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 19 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
171 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
11 Salt Ash Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
113 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Salt Ash, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- Determined
1 Hideaway Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
126 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
14 Michael Drive
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
25 Shady Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 May 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
171 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
182 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Temporary building, structure or use, Function centre
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 11 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
232 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 10 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
20 Oakfield Road
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached), Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
420 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 19 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
11 Salt Ash Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
113 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
2886 Nelson Bay Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 5 Sept 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
2697 Nelson Bay Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Sept 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
468 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
88 Marsh Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
21 David Drive
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 19 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
420 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 28 May 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
32 Tonia Avenue
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 May 2025 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
2875 Nelson Bay Road
Farm buildings, Temporary building, structure or use, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Swimming pool, Supporting…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 May 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
18 Brownes Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 28 Apr 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
371 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Shed, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Rainwater tanks
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Recluse Place
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
2886 Nelson Bay Road
Home business, Hours of operation and trading
Other & change of use · Lodged 14 Jan 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 Recluse Place
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 19 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
4 Oakvale Drive
Farm buildings, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 19 Sept 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
41 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dual occupancy, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 9 Aug 2024 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
62 Rookes Road
Demolition, Shed, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 Aug 2024 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
182 Lemon Tree Passage Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 2 July 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
13 Oakfield Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 July 2024 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
2842 Nelson Bay Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Service station
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 20 May 2024 · Under $100K
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 Salt Ash: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Salt Ash in the last 12 months?
11 development applications were lodged for properties in Salt Ash from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 1 was a modification to an earlier application. The busiest month was Nov 2025, with 2 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Salt Ash?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (5), alterations & additions (2), commercial, industrial & community (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Salt Ash?
Applications lodged in Salt Ash in the last 12 months propose 2 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 Salt Ash have been decided?
Of the 11 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 9 have a decision (9 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 1 is still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Salt Ash?
Applications for Salt Ash are lodged with Port Stephens Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.