Development applications in Shoalhaven Heads, NSW 2535
41 development applications were lodged for properties in Shoalhaven Heads 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
41
incl. 9 modifications
Decided
26
13 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
7
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$7.4M
across 31 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.
- 2Oct
- 2Nov
- 3Dec
- 1Jan
- 4Feb
- 3Mar
- 6Apr
- 3May
- 4Jun
- 3Jul
- 4Aug
- 6Sep
What is being proposed
32 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions13
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks6
- New houses4
- Subdivisions4
- Demolition only3
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached2
Where applications stand
Status of the 41 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 26
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 13
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
30 Golden Hill Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
70B Jerry Bailey Road
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
6 David Berry Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 7 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
21 Renown Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
17 Boyd Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 1 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Shoalhaven Heads, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
84 River Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Sept 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- In progress
70B Jerry Bailey Road
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
19 Jerry Bailey Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
70C Jerry Bailey Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- In progress
5 Heard Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
41 River Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
72 River Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 26 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
56 Jerry Bailey Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 24 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
122 Scott Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 18 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
9 Aspinall Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
17 Lovegrove Street
Demolition, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
12 Heard Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
30 Golden Hill Avenue
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
1 Celia Parade
Demolition, Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
30 Golden Hill Avenue
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 30 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
2 Heard Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 18 June 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
46 Scott Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 June 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
13 Mathews Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 8 May 2026 · Modification
- Determined
6 David Berry Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 7 May 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
6 David Berry Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 6 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
30 Golden Hill Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached), Residential Accommodation
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
13 Discovery Place
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Apr 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
30 Golden Hill Avenue
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 20 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Renown Avenue
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
13 Staples Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Residential…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
21 Renown Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
4 Bolt Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
56 Jerry Bailey Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
Wells Place
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 7 Mar 2026 · Modification
- Withdrawn
28 Hay Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Feb 2026 · Modification
Application details as published by Shoalhaven City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Shoalhaven Heads: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Shoalhaven Heads in the last 12 months?
41 development applications were lodged for properties in Shoalhaven Heads from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 9 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Apr 2026, with 6 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Shoalhaven Heads?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (13), pools, sheds, garages & decks (6), new houses (4).
How many new homes are proposed in Shoalhaven Heads?
Applications lodged in Shoalhaven Heads in the last 12 months propose 7 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 Shoalhaven Heads have been decided?
Of the 41 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 26 have a decision (26 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 13 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Shoalhaven Heads?
Applications for Shoalhaven Heads are lodged with Shoalhaven City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.