Development applications in Swan Bay, NSW 2471
15 development applications were lodged for properties in Swan Bay 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
15
incl. 3 modifications
Decided
14
1 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
3
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$2.7M
across 12 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
- 1Dec
- 2Jan
- 0Feb
- 0Mar
- 1Apr
- 0May
- 2Jun
- 1Jul
- 3Aug
- 1Sep
What is being proposed
12 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Pools, sheds, garages & decks7
- New houses3
- Alterations & additions1
- Dual occupancy & semi-detached1
Where applications stand
Status of the 15 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 14
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 0
- In progress
- 1
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
61 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 5 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
865 Woodburn Coraki Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
90 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
75 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
62 Eucalypt Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 3 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
Most recent applications
The 29 applications lodged in Swan Bay, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
26 Minjehla Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Sept 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
925 Woodburn Coraki Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 20 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
61 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 5 Aug 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
90 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 4 Aug 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
61 Casuarina Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 July 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
160 Swan Bay School Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
925 Woodburn Coraki Road
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah…
Alterations & additions · Lodged 4 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
865 Woodburn Coraki Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 2 Apr 2026 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
100 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 9 Jan 2026 · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
90 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 8 Jan 2026 · Under $100K
- Determined
62 Eucalypt Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 3 Dec 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
395 Reardons Lane
Subdivision, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Dual occupancy…
Dual occupancy & semi-detached · Lodged 24 Nov 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
90 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
75 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 22 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
209/1306115
Shed, Erection of a new structure, Driveways and hard stand spaces, Rainwater tanks
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Oct 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
75 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 11 Sept 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
65 Eucalypt Drive
Erection of a new structure, Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah, Carport, Residential Accommodation
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 29 July 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
395 Reardons Lane
Farm buildings, Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 7 July 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
369 Swan Bay New Italy Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 30 May 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
103 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 12 May 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
111 Minjehla Road
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 8 May 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
550 Woodburn Coraki Road
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 28 Mar 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 6 Mar 2025 · 1 dwelling · $500K–$1M
- Determined
Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 26 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
395 Reardons Lane
Farm buildings, Erection of a new structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 25 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
104 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 30 Sept 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
23 Casuarina Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 16 Sept 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
105 Ginibi Drive
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 16 Aug 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
49 Ginibi Drive
Shed, Erection of a new structure
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 2 Aug 2024 · Under $100K
Application details as published by Richmond Valley Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Swan Bay: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Swan Bay in the last 12 months?
15 development applications were lodged for properties in Swan Bay from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 3 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Oct 2025, with 3 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Swan Bay?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were pools, sheds, garages & decks (7), new houses (3), alterations & additions (1).
How many new homes are proposed in Swan Bay?
Applications lodged in Swan Bay in the last 12 months propose 3 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 Swan Bay have been decided?
Of the 15 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 14 have a decision (14 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 1 is still in progress and 0 were withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Swan Bay?
Applications for Swan Bay are lodged with Richmond Valley Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.