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Access Compliance: The Hidden Design Element That Can Make or Break a Project

Access compliance often hides in plain sight — until it doesn’t. Too often, it’s considered late in the process, leading to expensive redesigns or non-compliances that delay occupation.

Our Access by Absolute Approvals team works to prevent that from happening.

Why Early Access Advice Matters

Accessibility isn’t just about ramps and grab rails. It’s about ensuring buildings are usable by everyone — from circulation spaces and tactile indicators to door hardware and sanitary layouts.


We help design teams interpret AS 1428, AS 1735, and NCC Volume One access provisions from concept stage so that compliance doesn’t conflict with aesthetics or function.


Common Design Traps

  • Door clearances or swing paths that clash with internal layouts
  • Ramp gradients exceeding allowable limits
  • Inaccessible bathrooms in mixed-use developments
  • Missing signage or tactile indicators at fire exits

The Payoff

When access is considered from day one, compliance becomes seamless — not an afterthought.
That means fewer variations, faster approvals, and a project that welcomes every user.

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