EPISODE 309 - SDA Design Assessments - Tanisha Simunic

In this episode, Minh chats with Tanisha Simunic, an SDA Assessor, accredited Access Consultant and OT, about her work, background and her view of the SDA world.Tanisha’s Professional Background and RoleTanisha is an accredited access consultant, registered occupational therapist, and SDA assessor with nearly a decade of experience in the SDA sector. Her career began in occupational therapy, where an interest in home modifications and architecture led her to access consulting. She now specialises in helping designers and builders create accessible spaces, blending her expertise in disability, function, and environmental design.The SDA Assessment ProcessThe process starts when a client submits floor plans for an SDA dwelling. The assessor reviews them against SDA guidelines, providing feedback until compliance is achieved. Once approved, a provisional certification is submitted to the NDIA, giving the client ~2 years to build. After construction, a final inspection ensures adherence to the certified plans before NDIA enrolment.Concerns About SDA Design GuidelinesMany assessors doubt the future of SDA housing due to unclear design guidelines. Confusion persists over what constitutes a functional SDA dwelling, with reports of enrolled properties being unsuitable for participants. A guideline overhaul is widely seen as necessary.[LINKEDIN PROFILE]-------------------------------------------------LEAVE US A GOOGLE REVIEW!SDA ADVISORY SERVICEShttps://www.sdaadvisory.com.auSDA RESEARCH REPORTShttps://ndis.property/reportsEBOOKS:www.robustdesign.com.auwww.highphysicalsupport.com.auwww.improvedliveability.com.auwww.fullyaccessible.com.auSend us Fan MailNDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA:Our team conducts thorough research on Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and provides appropriate technical advice through premium and strategy-based solutions. We also use complex feasibility calculation spreadsheets to help investors understand the expected annual income of an SDA dwelling, the timeline stages of construction of their property, as well as revealing the hidden costs. By staying up-to-date with the latest SDA data and pricing payments information, we help clients make better-informed decisions and achieve their investment goals.FOLLOW US:LinkedInInstagramFacebookCONTACT:Please feel free to call us on 1300 254 397 to talk to one of our friendly staff, otherwise,  just pop on over to our website to find out more.For any podcast related queries or suggestions, please contact our podcast team via [email protected]