55 Ackland Street, Armstrong Creek Victoria 3217

A Home Designed for Real Support

High Physical Support SDA | Final-As-Built Certified

55 Ackland Street, Armstrong Creek is a purpose-built High Physical Support SDA home that has been assessed and certified at Final-As-Built stage. The property was constructed specifically to meet the High Physical Support design category of the NDIS SDA Design Standard, with accessibility, safety, and long-term independence built into every part of the home.

The SDA Assessment Summary confirms that the dwelling at Lot 11640, 55 Ackland Street, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217 has been assessed under the High Physical Support design category and certified by Accredited SDA Assessor Lucas Wheeler (Registration No. 00021, SDA Assessors Australia). This is not a modified home or a retrofit. It has been built from the ground up to meet the requirements for participants who need the highest level of physical accessibility and support-ready design.

From the step-free entry and wide internal circulation to the reinforced bathroom walls and provision for ceiling hoists, this home has been designed to support both independence and safe delivery of care every day.

The Heart of the Home

Open, Accessible and Easy to Move Through

Daily life happens in the central living and dining area. The home has been designed so that the living area, kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom, and laundry are all accessible on a single level, which is a core requirement of the High Physical Support design standard.

All internal corridors provide a minimum clear width of 1200mm from skirting to skirting, and doorways used by participants provide a minimum clear opening width of 950mm. This means wheelchairs, mobility equipment, and support workers can move through the home comfortably and safely.

Lighting, switches, and powerpoints have been positioned in accessible locations throughout the home. Light switches are installed between 900mm and 1100mm above floor level and aligned consistently with door handles at each room entrance. GPOs are installed at compliant heights to make everyday tasks easier and more independent.

The single-level layout means there are no internal steps and no barriers between the spaces that participants use most often.

Participant Bedrooms

Private, Comfortable and Built for Long-Term Needs

The participant bedrooms have been designed to exceed the minimum High Physical Support requirements, allowing proper circulation space around a Queen-sized bed. This provides enough room for wheelchair access, mobility equipment, and safe support delivery when required.

Each bedroom has been structurally designed to allow for future ceiling hoist installation. Certification included with the assessment confirms that the bedrooms have been provided with the power and in-built structure capable of supporting a minimum 250kg ceiling hoist system. This means the home is ready to adapt as support needs change in the future.

Windows are positioned and fitted to be accessible from a seated or standing position, and power and control cabling has been provided to allow future automation of blinds if required. Lockable windows and accessible air-conditioning controls are also included to support safety and independence.

These bedrooms are designed to feel like real private spaces, while still allowing safe and practical support when needed.

 

Sanitary Facilities

Accessible, Safe and Designed for Support

The bathroom has been built in full compliance with the High Physical Support design requirements and AS1428.1 accessibility standards. The layout includes a WC pan, shower, and hand wash basin designed to allow proper circulation space for wheelchair users and support workers.

The shower area meets the minimum accessible size requirements and includes the correct positioning for grabrails and a height-adjustable shower head. The WC pan and basin are positioned to allow safe transfers and ease of use.

Wall reinforcement has been installed throughout the sanitary areas from floor level to a height of 2100mm. This means grabrails and assistive equipment can be installed wherever they are needed, both now and in the future.

Slip-resistant flooring has been installed throughout the bathroom to improve safety and reduce the risk of falls.

Kitchen

Designed for Everyday Independence

The kitchen has been built to meet the High Physical Support design standard, with clear circulation space in front of all benches and appliances to allow wheelchair users to approach and use the space safely.

The layout includes a fixed cooktop, in-built oven, accessible sink, and dishwasher. Accessible tapware, compliant appliance positioning, and wheelchair-friendly clearances all support independent use wherever possible.

A height-adjustable benchtop has been provided, allowing participants to use the kitchen comfortably whether seated or standing. Cabinet handles, powerpoints, and task lighting have all been positioned to support easy day-to-day use.

This is a kitchen that supports independence rather than limiting it.

 

Laundry

Practical, Accessible and Easy to Use

The home includes a dedicated laundry area designed to meet the High Physical Support standard. Clear space in front of fixtures allows wheelchair users and support workers to move comfortably, and accessible tapware has been installed for ease of use. Slip-resistant flooring has also been included in the laundry area to improve safety.

 

Step-Free Entry and Outdoor Access

Safe, Smooth and Accessible

A continuous step-free pathway has been provided from the front boundary of the property to the entry doorway of the home. The accessway meets the High Physical Support requirements, including an even and firm surface, compliant gradient, and sufficient width for wheelchair access.

The entry area includes a covered landing space, making it safer and more comfortable to enter the home in all weather conditions. Step-free access has also been provided to external areas used by participants, ensuring the outdoor space can be used safely and independently.

 

Accessibility Features

Built to the Standard and Independently Verified

High Physical Support is the SDA design category for participants who require the highest level of physical accessibility, including wide circulation areas, accessible bathrooms, provision for ceiling hoists, emergency power, and assistive technology infrastructure.

The assessment summary and checklist confirm that this home has been built to comply with the High Physical Support design standard at Final-As-Built stage.

Key features confirmed through the documentation include:

• Step-free entry from the front boundary
• Minimum 1200mm wide internal corridors
• Minimum 950mm clear doorway openings
• Accessible bathroom layout compliant with AS1428.1
• Reinforced walls in sanitary areas
• Slip-resistant flooring throughout the home
• Provision for ceiling hoist installation in participant bedrooms
• Accessible kitchen layout with compliant clearances
• Accessible switches and powerpoints throughout the home
• High-speed internet capability and assistive technology infrastructure
• Emergency power solutions to support essential equipment

This is a home that has been designed with long-term support and independence in mind from the beginning.

 

Accessibility Features

Practical Layout and Support-Friendly Design

The layout of the home has been designed to make daily support easier, safer, and more practical. Wide corridors, accessible bathroom design, and bedrooms that allow safe circulation mean support workers can deliver care without difficulty. Provision for ceiling hoists, reinforced walls in the bathroom, and accessible kitchen design also support participants with higher physical needs. These features reduce the need for modifications later and help support providers deliver consistent care in a safe environment. The result is a home that works not only for participants but also for the people supporting them every day.

 
Location and Local Amenities

55 Ackland Street is located in Armstrong Creek in the Greater Geelong region of Victoria. The area is a fast-growing residential community with good access to healthcare, shopping, public transport, and green open space.

 

Shopping

The Village Warralily Shopping Centre
770 Barwon Heads Road, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Approximately 4 to 6 minutes by car

Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre
173–199 Pioneer Road, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216
Approximately 10 to 12 minutes by car

 

Parks and Outdoor Spaces

Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre
173–199 Pioneer Road, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216
Approximately 10 to 12 minutes by car

Armstrong Creek Reserve
Reserve Road, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Approximately 5 to 7 minutes by car

 

Medical

Armstrong Creek Doctors
770 Barwon Heads Road, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Approximately 4 to 6 minutes by car

University Hospital Geelong
272–322 Ryrie Street, Geelong VIC 3220
Approximately 15 to 20 minutes by car

 

Transport

Marshall Railway Station
Marshalltown Road, Marshall VIC 3216
Approximately 8 to 10 minutes by car

Local Bus Services (Armstrong Creek / Geelong Region)
Bus routes operate through Armstrong Creek and connect to Marshall Station, Waurn Ponds, and central Geelong

 

A Home That Supports Real Independence

55 Ackland Street has been built with the needs of participants in mind from the beginning. From the step-free entry and accessible bathroom layout to the provision for ceiling hoists and the fully compliant High Physical Support design, every part of the home has been created to support independence, safety, and dignity.

This is a purpose-built High Physical Support SDA home that has been independently assessed and certified at Final-As-Built stage, in a growing community with strong local amenities and healthcare access.

A home designed to support everyday life, not limit it.

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