Development applications in Sefton, NSW 2162
21 development applications were lodged for properties in Sefton 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
21
incl. 4 modifications
Decided
10
9 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
12
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$11.7M
across 14 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.
- 1Oct
- 1Nov
- 3Dec
- 1Jan
- 1Feb
- 0Mar
- 4Apr
- 3May
- 0Jun
- 3Jul
- 1Aug
- 3Sep
What is being proposed
17 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Commercial, industrial & community4
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached4
- New houses4
- Alterations & additions3
- Granny flats1
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks1
Where applications stand
Status of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 10
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 9
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.
- In progress
7 Munro Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
7 Munro Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 7 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
123 Helen Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 Dec 2025 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
48 Batt Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
78 Batt Street
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Sefton, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
109 Helen Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
1 Kara Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- In progress
10 Munro Street
Centre-based child care, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
7 Munro Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 7 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- In progress
8A Woods Road
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Minor building alterations…
Granny flats · Lodged 10 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- In progress
78 Batt Street
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
7 Munro Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 July 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
1 Kara Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 28 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
54 Helen Street
Shop top housing, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 May 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
56 Clapham Road
Pub, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 May 2026
- Determined
5 Proctor Parade
Secondary dwelling, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Awnings…
Granny flats · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
1 Kara Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 21 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
48 Batt Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
180 Rodd Street
Signage, Advertising and signage
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
110 Woods Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
78 Batt Street
Secondary dwelling, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 Jan 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
57 Helen Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Outdoor dining - general, Food and drink premise
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
115A Helen Street
Erection of a new structure, Fences
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
123 Helen Street
Demolition, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 3 Dec 2025 · 2 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
28 View Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
109 Helen Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
123 Carlingford Street
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Neighbourhood shop, Hours of…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 1 Sept 2025
- Determined
44 Clapham Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Vehicle body repair workshop
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 20 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
2 93 Carlingford Street
Place of public worship, Community facility, Hours of operation and trading, Other Infrastructure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 23 July 2025 · Modification
- Determined
2A Woods Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 July 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
12 Yamma Street
General industry, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 July 2025
- Determined
88 Helen Street
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Storage premises, Self storage units
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 24 Apr 2025 · $5M–$20M
- Determined
29 Helen Street
Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure, Shop
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 2 Apr 2025 · 9 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
13 Munro Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 25 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
8 Spencer Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 11 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
Application details as published by Canterbury-Bankstown Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Sefton: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Sefton in the last 12 months?
21 development applications were lodged for properties in Sefton from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 4 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Apr 2026, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Sefton?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were commercial, industrial & community (4), dual occupancy & semi-detached (4), new houses (4).
How many new homes are proposed in Sefton?
Applications lodged in Sefton in the last 12 months propose 12 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 Sefton have been decided?
Of the 21 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 10 have a decision (10 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 9 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Sefton?
Applications for Sefton are lodged with Canterbury-Bankstown Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.