Development applications in Skennars Head, NSW 2478
20 development applications were lodged for properties in Skennars Head 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
20
incl. 5 modifications
Decided
15
3 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
5
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$5.5M
across 15 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.
- 3Oct
- 1Nov
- 3Dec
- 1Jan
- 5Feb
- 0Mar
- 1Apr
- 1May
- 1Jun
- 2Jul
- 1Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
15 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions5
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks5
- New houses4
- Granny flats1
Where applications stand
Status of the 20 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 15
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 3
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
78 Killarney Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Clothes hoists and clothes lines, Driveways and…
New houses · Lodged 13 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
78 Killarney Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 26 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
35 Carroll Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 24 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
14 Seaside Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
54 Killarney Crescent
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures), Non-standard Housing…
Granny flats · Lodged 6 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Skennars Head, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
6 33 Redford Drive
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 11 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Surf Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
77 Headlands Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 27 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
78 Killarney Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Clothes hoists and clothes lines, Driveways and…
New houses · Lodged 13 July 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- In progress
78 Killarney Crescent
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Fences, Swimming pool
New houses · Lodged 26 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
68 Killarney Crescent
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Alterations & additions · Lodged 11 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
14 Seaside Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
67 Skennars Head Road
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Erection of a new structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a…
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 25 Feb 2026 · 147 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
14 Seaside Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 25 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
67 Skennars Head Road
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code…
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 5 Feb 2026 · 147 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
5 Cove Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
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Demolition, Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Medium Density Housing, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces…
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 3 Feb 2026 · 25 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
12 Dune Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 7 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
35 Carroll Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 24 Dec 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
85 Skennars Head Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
4 Seaside Avenue
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 8 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
54 Killarney Crescent
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures), Non-standard Housing…
Granny flats · Lodged 6 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
9 Dune Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
5 Cove Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Oct 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
16 Wave Break Circuit
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences, Swimming pool, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
35 Skennars Head Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation/Tourist Premise, Caravan park
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 28 Aug 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
23 Cove Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 25 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
6 Carroll Avenue
Demolition, Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Aug 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
6 Smith Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
3 Waterford Parade
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 30 June 2025 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
1 Redford Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 13 June 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
5 Cove Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Fences, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 May 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
1 Dune Avenue
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Apr 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
21 Cove Avenue
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support, Fences…
New houses · Lodged 19 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
265 Hutley Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
New houses · Lodged 18 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
Application details as published by Ballina Shire Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Skennars Head: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Skennars Head in the last 12 months?
20 development applications were lodged for properties in Skennars Head from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 5 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Feb 2026, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Skennars Head?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (5), pools, sheds, garages & decks (5), new houses (4).
How many new homes are proposed in Skennars Head?
Applications lodged in Skennars Head in the last 12 months propose 5 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 Skennars Head have been decided?
Of the 20 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 15 have a decision (15 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 3 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Skennars Head?
Applications for Skennars Head are lodged with Ballina Shire Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.