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Sydney Access Consultants are Disability Access Consultants and registered Architects in NSW and QLD. Registered Architect Gary Finn 5774 (NSW)

Sydney Access Consultants™ is the registered trade mark. Principal Architect, Gary Finn commenced trading as a sole practitioner in 1993 and FS Architects Pty Limited was incorporated in 2003. The firm has extensive experience in project management for the procurement of community housing within indigenous communities across NSW. In recent years it as completed in excess of 40 individual group homes for the NSW Department of Aging Disability and Homecare. It has designed and documented numerous private homes, residential alterations and additions, new preschools and some light industrial re-development.

30/10/2026

Where did the design clash with the rules? In three places: common areas under the NCC, the Apartment Design Guide's Liveable Housing benchmark, and council's adaptable housing percentage. One access report had to cover all three.

The ADG doesn't replace council's adaptable housing rules. Clear drawings and a plain-English access report meant fewer requests for information.

Need an access report for a Class 2 apartment DA in NSW? Call Sydney Access Consultants on (02) 9586 3111.
https://www.sydneyaccessconsultants.com.au

26/10/2026

Building apartments in NSW? Your DA/CC access report is checking three rulebooks — NCC common areas, the Apartment Design Guide (20% silver benchmark), and council DCP adaptable requirements.

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QrzCE9XgYQ

Call Sydney Access Consultants on (02) 9586 3111
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26/10/2026

Ministers agreed directions to modernise the building code on 16 October — but NSW still runs on NCC 2022 until NCC 2025 starts 1 May 2027. Premises Standards under the DDA stay separate.

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zK-xR7glG3Y

Call Sydney Access Consultants on (02) 9586 3111
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25/10/2026

Is your accessibility ramp actually compliant? A quick NSW-focused check for builders, designers and owners.

Sydney Access Consultants — disability access consulting.
https://sydneyaccessconsultants.com.au

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGoO_F8QI68

25/10/2026

An accessible kitchen is not simply a matter of wider clearances or compliant fixtures—it needs to work safely and intuitively for the people using it. This article examines practical design decisions, from circulation and reach ranges to fittings, surfaces and adaptable layouts, with a focus on solutions that are buildable and cost-effective. It also shows how early accessibility thinking can reduce retrofit risk, support approvals and deliver more inclusive outcomes across housing, aged care and community projects. A useful guide for anyone responsible for designing, reviewing or upgrading kitchens in Australia and Malaysia.

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24/10/2026

SDA compliance is easier to manage when project teams can see how requirements apply in practice. This example breaks down the design decisions, documentation and coordination needed to support a compliant, buildable outcome—without losing sight of cost, usability or participant needs. It’s a practical reference for developers, architects, builders and certifiers working to reduce risk and deliver accessible homes with confidence.

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23/10/2026

Accessibility compliance is not just a regulatory requirement—it is central to creating built environments that are equitable, functional and fit for purpose. Our latest article examines the key obligations, common project risks and practical ways to integrate accessible design from planning through to delivery. It offers clear, standards-aligned guidance for developers, designers, certifiers and asset owners seeking buildable solutions that reduce risk without compromising commercial outcomes.

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22/10/2026

Accessible signage is more than a compliance item—it helps people navigate buildings independently, safely and with confidence. Our Accessible Signage Standards Review Checklist provides a practical way to assess signage against key requirements, identify risks early and support cost-effective, buildable outcomes. It’s a useful resource for project teams managing new builds, upgrades, retrofits and approvals across Australia and Malaysia.

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21/10/2026

A well-commissioned access audit does more than identify compliance gaps—it gives your project a clear, practical path forward. The right brief, scope and consultant can reduce redesign, approval and construction risks while supporting equitable, buildable outcomes. *How to Commission an Access Audit Properly* explains what developers, designers and asset owners should consider before engaging an access consultant.

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20/10/2026

Choosing the right SDA assessor can shape a project’s compliance, cost and long-term performance. Our latest article explains what developers, architects and builders should look for when appointing an assessor for a new home, from technical expertise and design collaboration to practical, standards-aligned advice. It’s a clear guide to reducing risk while delivering homes that are both buildable and genuinely inclusive.

https://sydneyaccessconsultants.com.au

Address

Shop 7/438 Forest Road
Sydney, NSW
2220

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.sydneyaccessconsultants.com.au/

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