Development applications in Somersby, NSW 2250

25 development applications were lodged for properties in Somersby from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. What is being built, how much of it is housing, and where each application stands.

Latest council activity: 16 Sept 2026

Applications lodged

incl. 11 modifications

Decided

15 still in progress

New dwellings proposed

stated on applications

Declared construction value

$9.2M

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.

3
Oct
3
Nov
0
Dec
1
Jan
1
Feb
2
Mar
3
Apr
1
May
4
Jun
2
Jul
4
Aug
1
Sep

What is being proposed

14 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).

Commercial, industrial & community8
Alterations & additions2
Other & change of use2
Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
Granny flats1

Where applications stand

Status of the 25 applications lodged in the last 12 months.

Approved: 0
Determined (outcome not stated): 4
Refused: 0
Withdrawn or not accepted: 6
In progress: 15

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.

45 Howes Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
191 Wisemans Ferry Road
Demolition, Industrial development, Erection of a new structure
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 June 2026 · $5M–$20M
42 Pile Road
Small bar, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a…
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
51 Smiths Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
7 Poets Close
Erection of a new structure, Animal boarding or training establishment
In progress
Other & change of use · Lodged 16 June 2026 · $100K–$500K

Most recent applications

The 30 most recent applications lodged in Somersby, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.

7 Ace Road
Erection of a new structure, General industry
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · $500K–$1M · Modification
712 Wisemans Ferry Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
In progress
New houses · Lodged 27 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M · Modification
45 Howes Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Dual occupancy (detached)
In progress
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · 2 dwellings · $100K–$500K
51 Smiths Road
Commercial development, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Retail Premise, Hours of operation and trading
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 Aug 2026 · Under $100K
3 Kangoo Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Automotive/truck premises, Industrial retail outlet
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M · Modification
281 Wisemans Ferry Road
Erection of a new structure, Rural industry, Farm building
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 July 2026 · Under $100K
42 Pile Road
Small bar, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a…
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 July 2026 · $100K–$500K
7 Poets Close
Erection of a new structure, Animal boarding or training establishment
In progress
Other & change of use · Lodged 16 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
25 Goldsmith Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
In progress
New houses · Lodged 11 June 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
42 Pile Road
Small bar, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a…
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
191 Wisemans Ferry Road
Demolition, Industrial development, Erection of a new structure
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 June 2026 · $5M–$20M
133 Somersby Falls Road
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 27 May 2026 · $5M–$20M · Modification
40 Lutana Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
Determined
New houses · Lodged 24 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
41 Elwins Road
Home business, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
In progress
Other & change of use · Lodged 16 Apr 2026
45 Howes Road
Secondary dwelling, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Withdrawn
Granny flats · Lodged 13 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
51 Smiths Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
15 Somersby Falls Road
Place of public worship, Erection of a new structure, Infrastructure
Withdrawn
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 Mar 2026 · $1M–$5M
51 Smiths Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Awnings, blinds and canopies
Withdrawn
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K
234 Wisemans Ferry Road
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure, General industry
Withdrawn
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K
53 Gindurra Road
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · Modification
4 192 Wisemans Ferry Road
Industrial development, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Change of use of land or a building or the…
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 18 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
270 Grants Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Open cut mining
Withdrawn
Other & change of use · Lodged 15 Nov 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
60 Howes Road
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Granny flats · Lodged 15 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
270 Grants Road
Advertising and signage, Open cut mining
Withdrawn
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 9 Oct 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
53 Gindurra Road
Erection of a new structure, General industry
Determined
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 7 Oct 2025 · Modification
20 Goldsmith Road
Dwelling house, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
In progress
New houses · Lodged 26 Sept 2025 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
56 Hoipos Road
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Animal boarding or training establishment, Rural worker's dwelling
In progress
Alterations & additions · Lodged 16 Sept 2025 · Under $100K
945 Old Pacific Highway
Demolition, Restaurant or cafe, Erection of a new structure, Recreation area, Hours of operation and trading
In progress
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 15 Sept 2025 · $5M–$20M
4 Triennium Road
Subdivision
Withdrawn
Subdivisions · Lodged 11 Sept 2025 · Under $100K · Modification
710 Wisemans Ferry Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Determined
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Aug 2025 · Under $100K

Application details as published by Central Coast Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.

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Development in Somersby: frequently asked questions

How many development applications were lodged in Somersby in the last 12 months?

25 development applications were lodged for properties in Somersby from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 11 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Jun 2026, with 4 applications.

What kind of development is happening in Somersby?

Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were commercial, industrial & community (8), alterations & additions (2), other & change of use (2).

How many new homes are proposed in Somersby?

Applications lodged in Somersby 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 Somersby have been decided?

Of the 25 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 4 have a decision (4 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 15 are still in progress and 6 were withdrawn or not accepted.

Which council assesses development applications in Somersby?

Applications for Somersby are lodged with Central Coast Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.