Accessible Granny Flat — Granny Flats | Building Solution Australia
Accessible Granny Flat
Designed for ageing-in-place and independent living
Concept Plan — this floor plan is for illustrative purposes only. It does not represent an approved design. Subject to design development, engineering, and planning approval.
A secondary dwelling designed to AS 1428.1 accessibility standards — step-free entry, wider doorways, accessible bathroom, and adaptable kitchen. Positioned as a backyard home for ageing-in-place, disability accommodation, and NDIS-supported independent living. No garage — a secondary dwelling on a residential lot.
Key Features
- Step-free entry — level threshold throughout
- Accessible bathroom — roll-in shower, fold-down seat, grab rails
- Wide doorways — 820mm clear opening to all rooms
- Accessible kitchen — knee clearance and lever tapware
- Separate private entry from principal dwelling
- Designed to AS 1428.1 — Design for access and mobility
- NDIS SDA pathway available — subject to requirements
Floor Plan
Concept Plan
Accessible bedroom with turning circle, accessible bathroom with roll-in shower and grab rails, open-plan living/kitchen with accessible layout, step-free entry with covered porch. No garage or internal car access. Dimensions indicative only.
Concept Plan — indicative layout only, subject to design development and approval
Concept Plan — indicative layout only, subject to design development and approval
Internal Layout
Accessible bedroom with 1500mm turning circle. Roll-in shower with fold-down seat and grab rails. Accessible kitchen with knee clearance under benchtop. Step-free entry. Wide corridors (1000mm minimum). No internal garage or car access.
External Design Options
- Fibre cement sheet cladding — painted finish
- Colorbond steel cladding
- Brick veneer — where required
Construction Method
LGS framing with factory-prefabricated wall panels and accessible modular bathroom pod. Site-assembled on concrete slab with step-free threshold.
Product Specifications
Standard Finishes
- Painted fibre cement cladding
- Colorbond roof
- Non-slip ceramic tiles — wet areas and entry
- Vinyl plank flooring — living and bedroom
- Lever handles throughout
- Contrasting colours at thresholds and fixtures
Upgrade Packages
Ceiling Hoist Provision
Structural provision and tracking for ceiling hoist system — hoist by others
Smart Home Accessibility
Voice-activated lighting, automated entry door, emergency call system
NDIS SDA Pathways
Design review and documentation to support Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) registration — subject to NDIS requirements
Typical Applications
Approval Considerations
Accessible secondary dwellings may qualify for additional floor area allowances in some councils. NDIS-funded projects may have specific design requirements. Seek advice from a qualified access consultant and your relevant planning authority.
Project Examples
- Accessible companion dwelling for elderly parent — Northern Beaches NSW
- NDIS supported independent living — Western Sydney
Important Notice
All floor plans, specifications, and product information are indicative only and subject to change without notice. Concept plans and indicative layouts are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent approved designs. Final designs are subject to design development, structural engineering, services coordination, and planning and building approval. Building Solution Australia does not guarantee that any product can be approved or constructed on any specific site without site-specific assessment. Consult a qualified building professional and your relevant planning authority before making any decisions based on this information.