Development applications in South Grafton, NSW 2460
38 development applications were lodged for properties in South Grafton 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
38
incl. 7 modifications
Decided
29
6 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
35
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$18.7M
across 28 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
- 3Nov
- 3Dec
- 4Jan
- 5Feb
- 5Mar
- 2Apr
- 3May
- 1Jun
- 4Jul
- 1Aug
- 4Sep
What is being proposed
31 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks17
- Commercial, industrial & community6
- Alterations & additions3
- Granny flats2
- Apartments & townhouses1
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
- Subdivisions1
Where applications stand
Status of the 38 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 29
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 3
- In progress
- 6
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
95 Armidale Street
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and…
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 5 Jan 2026 · 32 dwellings · $5M–$20M
- Determined
4 Moorhead Drive
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- Determined
14 Haigh Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 13 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
301 Armidale Road
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure, General industry
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Dec 2025 · $1M–$5M
- In progress
81 Through Street
Demolition, Entertainment facility, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in South Grafton, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
21 Through Street
Erection of a new structure, Centre-based child care, Recreation facility (indoor), Specialised Retail Premises, Take away food and drink
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Sept 2026 · $20M–$100M · Modification
- In progress
175 Ryan Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 15 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
29 Iron Bark Terrace
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 4 Sept 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
19 Ridge Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
81 Through Street
Demolition, Entertainment facility, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 6 Aug 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
3 Denton Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
29 Iron Bark Terrace
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Swimming pool
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
29 Iron Bark Terrace
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 14 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
466 Bent Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 July 2026 · Under $100K
- In progress
26 Induna Street
Industrial development, Erection of a new structure, General industry
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 26 June 2026 · $1M–$5M
- Determined
31 Peppermint Place
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 May 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
20 Roberts Drive
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Garage, carport or carparking space
Alterations & additions · Lodged 18 May 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
4 Moorhead Drive
Erection of a new structure, Dual occupancy (attached)
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 6 May 2026 · 2 dwellings · $500K–$1M
- In progress
289 Armidale Road
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 16 Apr 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
14 Haigh Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 13 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Withdrawn
39 Bent Street
Signage, Advertising and signage, Advertising structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 31 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
65 Armidale Street
Pub, Business premises, Commercial development, Subdivision, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Retail Premise…
Subdivisions · Lodged 30 Mar 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
18 Mackay Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 25 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
399 Bent Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 13 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
18 Fitzgerald Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 11 Mar 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
535 Rushforth Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
26 Bellevue Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
410 Bent Street
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 12 Feb 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
69 Wharf Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation facility (indoor)
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 Feb 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Withdrawn
56 Cambridge Street
Secondary dwelling, Erection of a new structure
Granny flats · Lodged 3 Feb 2026 · 1 dwelling · Under $100K
- Determined
4-6 Winwood Lane
Erection of a new structure, Carport
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
139 Cambridge Street
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
43 Lilypool Road
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Vehicle repair station
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 13 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
95 Armidale Street
Seniors housing, Independent living units, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Earthworks, retaining walls and…
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 5 Jan 2026 · 32 dwellings · $5M–$20M
- Determined
21 Through Street
Erection of a new structure, Centre-based child care, Recreation facility (indoor), Specialised Retail Premises, Take away food and drink
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 22 Dec 2025 · $20M–$100M · Modification
Application details as published by Clarence Valley Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in South Grafton: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in South Grafton in the last 12 months?
38 development applications were lodged for properties in South Grafton from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 7 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Feb 2026, with 5 applications.
What kind of development is happening in South Grafton?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (17), commercial, industrial & community (6), alterations & additions (3).
How many new homes are proposed in South Grafton?
Applications lodged in South Grafton in the last 12 months propose 35 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 South Grafton have been decided?
Of the 38 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 29 have a decision (29 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 6 are still in progress and 3 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in South Grafton?
Applications for South Grafton are lodged with Clarence Valley Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.