Performance Solutions for BCA compliance issues
ATLR prepares practical, evidence-based Performance Solutions for projects where a DTS pathway is unsuitable, inefficient, or unnecessarily restrictive, and where a tailored compliance pathway better supports design intent, functionality, and project outcomes.
We work with architects, developers, builders, certifiers and asset owners to resolve design constraints, existing building limitations and non-standard compliance issues across new buildings, fitouts and upgrades.
A Performance Solution is an alternative pathway to compliance under the BCA. While the DTS provisions set out one way of complying, a Performance Solution uses evidence, assessment and technical analysis to demonstrate that the relevant Performance Requirements are met.
It is appropriate where strict DTS compliance does not suit the project circumstances, whether due to the building design, site conditions, existing building constraints, or the way the building is intended to function.
A Performance Solution is a recognised compliance pathway that supports an appropriate, project-specific response while still achieving compliance with the BCA.
What is a Performance Solution?
Common project issues addressed through Performance Solutions
Projects may require a Performance Solution where the design, site conditions, existing building constraints, or construction methodology do not align neatly with the DTS provisions of the BCA. In these cases, a Performance Solution provides a recognised pathway to demonstrate compliance while supporting an appropriate project outcome.
Building design, amenity and weatherproofing
ATLR prepares Performance Solutions for building amenity and weatherproofing issues including:
external threshold and slab step-down issues
threshold weatherproofing issues to Class 1 buildings
vertical termination and waterproofing departures
wet-area floor waste, grading, and waterproofing departures
reduced room or ceiling heights
limited natural light
stair geometry
selected cladding or façade-related DTS departures
Access and use
ATLR prepares Performance Solutions for access-related issues including:
constrained access circulation
departures in accessways, door circulation, and AS 1428 clearances
stair, handrail, and TGSI departures
alternative accessible entry arrangements
alternative paths of travel
lift concessions or access limitations
accessible sanitary facility constraints
reduced accessible parking or shared zone departures
livable housing design departures
ATLR prepares Performance Solutions that combine specialist technical expertise, practical judgment, and broad project experience.
Our work brings together BCA and access expertise in one place, backed by experience across Australia and internationally. We provide advice that supports both project teams and certifiers, from early-stage feasibility and design review through to formal Performance Solution reporting.