Designing a compliant wheelchair ramp in Australia requires careful consideration of gradient, safety, and accessibility standards.
This wheelchair ramp calculator is designed to help builders, strata managers, and property owners quickly estimate the minimum ramp length based on vertical rise, in line with AS1428 ramp gradient requirements and the National Construction Code (NCC).
Whether you’re planning an NDIS home modification, remediation project, or new development, this tool provides guidance on compliant ramp gradients including general access ramps (1:14), step ramps (1:10), and threshold ramps (1:8).
For project-specific advice, compliance reviews, or support with NDIS home modifications, contact CARAS to ensure your ramp design meets all regulatory and accessibility requirements from concept through to completion.
When to Engage CARAS for NDIS Home Modifications
You should consider engaging CARAS when:
>> Your project requires NDIS funding approval or supporting documentation
>> The ramp forms part of a broader home modification or accessibility upgrade
>> There are site constraints (limited space, existing structures, level changes)
>> You need to ensure full compliance, including landings, handrails, widths, and safety requirements
>> You want to avoid costly redesigns, delays, or approval issues
CARAS provides expert client-side project management and advisory services to guide your project from initial assessment through to compliant delivery.
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