Development loans
From a boutique duplex to a multi-lot subdivision, every development project deserves finance that works as hard as you do. We arrange funding structured around your project’s feasibility, timeline and ambition — so your capital works with your build, not against it.

Ensuring a smooth development project with the right loan
Development Finance — Funding Property Development Projects in Sydney
Property development finance is one of the most complex areas of lending. Each project is different, lender requirements are highly specific, and the margin for error in deal structure can be costly. Having an experienced development finance broker who understands both the lending and development landscape is essential.
At Providence Lending Group, we work with residential and commercial developers — from boutique duplex projects to multi-lot subdivisions and commercial developments — to secure appropriate funding at each stage of their project.
Development Finance Products We Arrange
- Residual stock loans — funding against completed but unsold stock
- Construction loans — progressive drawdown facilities funding the build stage
- Land acquisition loans — finance to secure development sites ahead of DA approval
- Pre-sales and presale-light facilities — including lenders with reduced or no presale requirements
- Mezzanine and second mortgage finance — bridging the gap between senior debt and equity
- NDIS and specialist residential development — funded development for specialist disability accommodation
What Development Lenders Look For
Development finance assessment goes well beyond standard credit metrics. Lenders will review feasibility, project margins, developer experience, builder credentials, and exit strategy. Knowing how to present your project in the best possible light — and which lenders are most appropriate for your specific deal — is where an experienced development finance broker adds significant value.
Our Development Finance Experience
Our team has structured and managed development lending across a range of project types and sizes. We understand how to navigate complex credit submissions, respond to lender queries efficiently, and keep deals moving in time-sensitive situations.
Discuss Your Project
Reach out to discuss your development finance requirements. We’ll provide an honest assessment of your options and help you identify the right funding pathway for your project.
Understanding Development loans
A starting point built from the questions developers ask us most.
What's the difference between a construction loan and a development loan?
A construction loan generally funds a single dwelling or small project, drawn down against building milestones as the works progress. A development loan is typically larger and more complex, covering multi-unit or larger-scale projects, and is assessed against feasibility, presales, and the finished project’s expected value rather than just the build cost.
How much presale cover will a lender want before funding my project?
There’s no universal number — it moves with the loan-to-cost ratio, your track record as a developer, the depth of the local market, and how the lender’s exposure sits relative to your equity. We’ll work through what’s realistic for your specific project and match you to lenders whose presale appetite fits.
What's the difference between loan-to-value and loan-to-cost, and why does it matter?
Loan-to-cost is tested against your total project cost, including contingency and capitalised interest, while loan-to-value is tested against an independent valuer’s opinion of the completed project’s worth. Lenders look at both, at different stages, and a project can look fine on one ratio while being tighter on the other — we’ll help you understand where your project sits on each.
Do I need full presales before construction can start?
Not necessarily — presale requirements vary by lender and project, and some non-bank lenders will fund with lower or no presale cover in exchange for a lower loan-to-cost ratio or additional security. We’ll help you understand the trade-offs across different lender types rather than assuming one approach fits every project.
What documentation do I need to apply for development finance?
Typically a detailed feasibility study, a quantity surveyor’s report, evidence of planning and DA status, your track record as a developer, and details of any presale contracts. We’ll guide you through exactly what’s needed and help present it in the way credit teams expect to see it.
Can I fund a development through a mezzanine or second-tier facility if I can't reach full senior debt?
Yes — where senior debt alone doesn’t cover the full funding requirement, a mezzanine tranche can bridge the gap, sitting behind the senior lender but ahead of your equity. We’ll assess whether this structure suits your project and help arrange it alongside your primary facility.
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