Mona Vale
28 DAs lodged · last 90 daysMarket Intelligence
DAs Lodged
28↑
past 90 days · NSW Planning Portal
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Median Project Value
$495,000
DAs lodged, past 90 days
Median Approval Time
59 days
approved DAs, last 12 months
As of 14 July 2026, Mona Vale recorded 28 — Development applications lodged in Mona Vale in the past 90 days (NSW Planning Portal)
As of 14 July 2026, Mona Vale recorded $495,000 — Median estimated cost of development for DAs lodged in Mona Vale in the past 90 days (NSW Planning Portal)
As of 14 July 2026, Mona Vale recorded 59 days — Median lodgement-to-determination time for approved DAs in Mona Vale, last 12 months (NSW Planning Portal)
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Recent Development Applications
Total dev. value
$19,212,935
Development types
Source
NSW Planning Portal
PAN-655210
4 HALESMITH ROAD MONA VALE 2103
Demolition; Subdivision
$76,230
PAN-638217
23A HEATH STREET MONA VALE 2103
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of A…
$143,000
1 new dwelling
PAN-654753
40 EMMA STREET MONA VALE 2103
Subdivision
$5,500
PAN-653501
17 PHILIP ROAD MONA VALE 2103
Demolition; Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residenti…
$367,565
1 new dwelling
PAN-652752
14 JEANETTE AVENUE MONA VALE 2103
Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
$495,000
1-storey · 1 new dwelling
PAN-651204
91 NARRABEEN PARK PARADE MONA VALE 2103
Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
$440,000
1 new dwelling
PAN-651514
5 SURFVIEW ROAD MONA VALE 2103
Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
$4,815,000
1 new dwelling
PAN-651554
16 GRANDVIEW PARADE MONA VALE 2103
Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommoda…
$889,941
1 new dwelling
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Mona Vale Development Activity Snapshot
Mona Vale sits within one of the Northern Beaches Council's most active residential development corridors. The suburb's coastal character, established family demographic, and strong household incomes drive a consistent pipeline of renovations, extensions, and new custom homes across the 2103 postcode.
The local economy underpins this demand: Mona Vale records an average taxable income of $92,771 and a median taxable income of $57,373 across 7,323 individual taxpayers, figures that translate directly into a higher-than-average appetite for premium finishes, architectural custom builds, and high-ROI renovation projects. (Source: ATO Tax Statistics, as of latest available release.)
Nearby suburbs, Manly, Avalon Beach, Newport, and Dee Why, exhibit similar trajectories, and builders active across those corridors frequently cover Mona Vale as part of their Northern Beaches operating zone.
Dominant project types in the 2103 area include:
- Dual-occupancy and granny flat additions to existing lots
- Whole-home renovations and luxury extensions targeting the owner-occupier demographic
- New custom homes on knock-down-rebuild sites
- Secondary dwellings and DA-exempt complying development
- Coastal property upgrades specified for salt-air durability
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Cost to Build in Mona Vale: What to Budget
Build costs in Mona Vale are shaped by its coastal microclimate, lot topography, and the demographic preference for high-specification finishes. The following ranges are indicative only, derived from ABS construction cost benchmarks and adjusted for Northern Beaches coastal conditions. They are not quotes. Always obtain formal pricing from licensed builders.
- Standard residential construction: Indicatively $3,500-$4,500/m² (ABS, indicative, coastal NSW adjustment applied)
- Premium and architectural custom builds: Indicatively $4,500-$6,500+/m² (ABS, indicative)
- Renovations and extensions: Indicatively $3,000-$5,000/m² depending on structural complexity (ABS, indicative)
- Granny flats / secondary dwellings: Indicatively $2,800-$4,200/m² for complying development (ABS, indicative)
Key local cost drivers in Mona Vale:
- Coastal material specifications: Salt-air exposure requires stainless fixings, marine-grade coatings, and corrosion-resistant cladding, adding 8-15% to base material budgets.
- Site topography: The geography between the Mona Vale beachfront and Pittwater frequently involves cut-and-fill earthworks, retaining structures, and rock excavation that are not captured in standard $/m² benchmarks.
- Access constraints: Narrow residential streets in parts of 2103 can increase crane and delivery costs.
- Northern Beaches Council compliance reports: Geotechnical, bushfire, and coastal hazard assessments add upfront professional fees before a spade hits the ground.
Use our build cost calculator for a suburb-specific estimate, or check current material prices for coastal NSW.
DA Approvals in Mona Vale: Northern Beaches Council
All development applications for Mona Vale properties are assessed by Northern Beaches Council. The council administers the Northern Beaches Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP), which set the planning framework for height limits, setbacks, floor space ratios, vegetation protection, and coastal management overlays relevant to 2103 addresses.
Note: Specific median determination day figures for Northern Beaches Council were not available in the current data set. The comparison table below reflects general indicative ranges sourced from council performance reporting; confirm current timeframes directly with Northern Beaches Council or via the NSW Planning Portal.
What typically slows DA approval in this LGA:
- Incomplete or inconsistent documentation, the single most common cause of information requests (Section 4.55 amendments or stop-the-clock requests).
- Coastal management and foreshore scenic protection triggers requiring additional specialist reports.
- Neighbour notification periods, 14-28 days statutory minimum, longer if objections are received.
- Bushfire Asset Protection Zone (APZ) overlays affecting parts of the 2103 catchment.
- Heritage and character provisions within streetscape-sensitive precincts.
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Project Type Cost and Approval Time: Mona Vale Quick Reference
| Project Type | Indicative Cost Range (ABS, indicative) | Indicative Approval Pathway | Typical Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Custom Home (knock-down rebuild) | $4,500-$6,500+/m² | Full DA, Northern Beaches Council | 3-9 months (indicative) |
| Major Renovation / Extension | $3,000-$5,000/m² | Full DA or CDC (if complying) | 2-6 months (indicative) |
| Granny Flat / Secondary Dwelling | $2,800-$4,200/m² | Complying Development Certificate (CDC) | 4-8 weeks (indicative) |
| Dual Occupancy | $3,500-$5,500/m² | Full DA, Northern Beaches Council | 4-9 months (indicative) |
| Swimming Pool | $60,000-$180,000+ (total) | DA or CDC depending on size/location | 6-16 weeks (indicative) |
All cost figures are indicative only, ABS-attributed, and subject to site-specific conditions. Approval timeframes are indicative general ranges and are not sourced from Northern Beaches Council's published performance data for this data cycle. Verify current determination times at the NSW Planning Portal.
For a deeper guide to the Northern Beaches Council DA process, granny flat rules, and renovation planning, visit our construction guides library.
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