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GMA Access Consulting & SDA
Gold Coast Headquarters | Australia Wide

Building a Future With Access, Compliance & Inclusion

Practical Accessibility Solutions for Everyone

GMA Access Consulting provides practical, compliant and inclusive access solutions for residential & commercial disability, and public-use projects.

Our role is to help project teams understand and navigate the accessibility requirements that apply to their buildings, identify potential compliance issues and develop practical solutions that support access, inclusion, safety and usability.

From our Gold Coast head office, GMA Access Consulting supports projects throughout Queensland and Australia, including SDA projects, accessible housing, commercial developments, public buildings and existing properties requiring accessibility assessment or upgrades.

We work with developers, builders, architects, designers, engineers, property owners, housing providers and project teams, providing expert assessment, advice and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Whether you're designing a new accessible building, developing Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) or assessing an existing property, GMA provides experienced guidance to help you understand the requirements and create spaces designed for everyone.

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Access. Compliance. Inclusion.

Helping project teams create buildings and spaces that are accessible, compliant, practical and inclusive.

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Accessibility Assessments

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SDA Consulting

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NCC Compliance

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Expert Reporting

Our Access Consulting Services

Expert Assessment, Advice & Reporting

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Accessibility Assessments

Assessment of proposed or existing buildings to identify accessibility considerations and potential compliance issues.
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Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

Access consulting and compliance advice for Specialist Disability Accommodation projects and accessible residential developments.
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NCC Accessibility Compliance

Assessment and advice relating to applicable accessibility provisions within the National Construction Code.
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AS 1428 Accessibility Requirements

Advice relating to applicable accessibility standards, including relevant requirements under the AS 1428 series.
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Expert Assessments & Reporting

Clear Advice. Practical Solutions. Greater Confidence.

Good access consulting should make complex requirements easier to understand.

GMA provides clear, practical assessments and reports designed to help developers, builders, architects and property owners make informed decisions.

Our assessments can help identify

  • Accessibility and compliance considerations
  • Potential design issues
  • Applicable NCC requirements
  • Relevant access standards
  • Existing building limitations
  • Potential upgrade requirements
  • Areas requiring further specialist assessment
  • Practical pathways toward compliance 

A clearer understanding of what is required ensures project teams move forward with confidence.

Access Consulting for Every Type of Project

  1. Specialist Disability Accommodation
  2. Accessible residential homes
  3. Multi-residential developments
  4. Apartments and townhouses
  5. Commercial buildings
  6. Retail and hospitality
  7. Healthcare and medical facilities
  8. Education and community buildings
  9. Government and public-use buildings
  10. Workplace and commercial fit-outs
  11. Existing building upgrades
  12. Major development projects 
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is an access consultant?

    An access consultant provides advice about accessibility, building requirements and practical design considerations to help create buildings and spaces that are accessible and compliant with applicable requirements.

  • What does GMA Access Consulting do?

    GMA Access Consulting provides accessibility assessments, SDA consulting, NCC compliance advice, access reporting and practical guidance for residential, commercial, disability and public-use projects.

  • What is Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?

    SDA is purpose-built housing designed for people with significant functional impairment or very high support needs. SDA projects have specific design and accessibility considerations in addition to general building requirements.

  • Does GMA provide SDA consulting?

    Yes. GMA Access Consulting provides accessibility, building compliance and certification advice for Specialist Disability Accommodation projects.

  • What accessibility standards apply to buildings?

    The requirements depend on the building, its use, classification and location. Depending on the project, relevant requirements may include the NCC, Disability Discrimination Act, Premises Standards and applicable Australian Standards including AS 1428.

  • Does GMA assess buildings against the NCC?

    Yes. GMA can provide advice and assessment relating to applicable NCC accessibility and building requirements.

  • What is AS 1428?

    AS 1428 is a series of Australian Standards relating to design for access and mobility. Specific requirements applicable to a project depend on the building type, scope and relevant legislation and regulations.

  • Can GMA assess an existing building for accessibility?

    Yes. GMA can assess existing buildings where accessibility issues, renovations, upgrades, changes of use or compliance concerns are being considered.

  • Can GMA help solve accessibility compliance issues?

    Yes. GMA takes a consultative approach to identifying potential issues and helping project teams understand practical pathways toward compliance.

  • Does GMA provide accessibility reports?

    Yes. GMA can provide assessment and compliance reporting appropriate to the scope and requirements of the project.

  • When should I engage an access consultant?

    Ideally, accessibility considerations should be addressed during the early design and planning stages. Early advice can help identify potential issues before they become more difficult or expensive to resolve.

  • Can GMA work with architects and designers?

    Yes. GMA works collaboratively with architects, designers, builders, engineers, developers and project teams to incorporate accessibility and compliance considerations into building projects.

  • Does GMA provide access consulting for commercial buildings?

    Yes. GMA Access Consulting can support commercial, retail, hospitality, workplace, healthcare, government and public-use projects.

  • Does GMA provide access consulting on the Gold Coast?

    Yes. GMA's Gold Coast head office provides access consulting, SDA and building compliance services throughout the Gold Coast and South East Queensland.

  • Does GMA service Caboolture and Moreton Bay?

    Yes. GMA has regional capability through its Caboolture office, supporting projects throughout Caboolture, Moreton Bay and surrounding areas.

  • Does GMA provide access consulting in Townsville?

    Yes. GMA's Townsville office provides local capability supporting projects throughout Townsville and North Queensland.

  • Can GMA Access Consulting assist with projects outside Queensland?

    Yes. GMA supports projects throughout Queensland and has broader capability across NSW, Victoria, the Northern Territory and Western Australia, subject to applicable jurisdictional requirements.

Building a More Accessible Future Starts Here

Access. Compliance. Inclusion.

Talk to GMA's Gold Coast team about your accessibility, SDA or building compliance requirements.