Access Ramps
You don’t need permission from council to build an access ramp if:
- The ramp is no higher than 1m above the ground
- The ramp is a minimum of 450mm from the side and rear boundary line
- The ramp must not adversely affect the stormwater system including any drainage grates
- The ramp does not obstruct the natural surface flow of water
- If the ramp is on bush fire prone land and within 5m of a house it must be built of non-combustible materials
- If your property is a listed heritage item or within a heritage conservation area the access ramp must be in the back yard
- The new ramp must be constructed in accordance with AS 1428.1—2009, Design for access and mobility—General requirements for access—New building work and the Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standard 2010
You do need permission to build an access ramp if:
- You do not meet all of the above requirement
Further information:
- Your local council can be contacted for further advice
- You can find out whether your property is a listed heritage item or in a heritage conservation area by contacting your local council
- You can find out whether your property is on bush fire prone land by contacting your local council
- You can find out about the AS (Australian Standards) and the Disability Standard by contacting your local council
- If the development is for a commercial or public building or for persons with a disability you must refer to AS 1428.1-2009, Design for access and mobility – General requirements for access – New building work and the Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 of the Commonwealth