Development applications in Smiths Lake, NSW 2428
25 development applications were lodged for properties in Smiths Lake 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
25
incl. 12 modifications
Decided
19
4 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
2
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$2.0M
across 13 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
- 4Nov
- 2Dec
- 5Jan
- 1Feb
- 1Mar
- 2Apr
- 1May
- 0Jun
- 2Jul
- 5Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
13 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Alterations & additions7
- New houses3
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks3
Where applications stand
Status of the 25 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 19
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 2
- In progress
- 4
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
19 Fourth Ridge Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 22 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
11 Ski Cove Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
3 Ansett Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
59 Amaroo Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Minor building alterations (external), Swimming…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
7 Second Ridge Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Smiths Lake, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
Macwood Road
Commercial development, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Sept 2026 · Modification
- Determined
115 Amaroo Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
New houses · Lodged 31 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- In progress
11 New Forster Road
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 21 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
182 Amaroo Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Withdrawn
115 Amaroo Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
New houses · Lodged 17 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
85 Macwood Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
182 Amaroo Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- In progress
Macwood Road
Commercial development, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 July 2026 · Modification
- Determined
3 Ansett Avenue
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 1 May 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
26 Patsys Flat Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 30 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
35 Tropic Gardens Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
87 Macwood Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 24 Mar 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Determined
59 Amaroo Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Minor building alterations (external), Swimming…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
28 Paradise Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Tennis courts, Swimming pool…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 23 Jan 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
19 Fourth Ridge Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 22 Jan 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
87 Macwood Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Jan 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
- Withdrawn
28 Paradise Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Tennis courts, Swimming pool…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 10 Jan 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
42 Amaroo Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Erection of a new structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 6 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
3379 The Lakes Way
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 10 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
102 Patsys Flat Road
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
11 Ski Cove Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
3 Gordon Crescent
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 21 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
3379 The Lakes Way
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Supporting Development
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 17 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
7 Second Ridge Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Earthworks, retaining walls and structural…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 7 Nov 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
31 New Forster Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Residential Accommodation
New houses · Lodged 13 Oct 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
69 Patsys Flat Road
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
4 Tropic Gardens Drive
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 22 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
115 Amaroo Drive
Demolition, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces
New houses · Lodged 15 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
- Determined
65 Macwood Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 8 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
6 Palm Close
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 5 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
Application details as published by Mid-Coast Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Smiths Lake: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Smiths Lake in the last 12 months?
25 development applications were lodged for properties in Smiths Lake from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 12 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jan 2026, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Smiths Lake?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were alterations & additions (7), new houses (3), pools, sheds, garages & decks (3).
How many new homes are proposed in Smiths Lake?
Applications lodged in Smiths Lake 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 Smiths Lake have been decided?
Of the 25 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 19 have a decision (19 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 4 are still in progress and 2 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Smiths Lake?
Applications for Smiths Lake are lodged with Mid-Coast Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.