Walk through the proposed access route

Record entrances, gates, stairs, corners and changes in level. Note surfaces that the owner wants retained and doors serving other occupants. If there are alternative routes, explain which ones are available and who controls access.

Photographs from ordinary accessible positions can help an assessor understand the route. Measurements can be useful, but label them approximate unless verified for the project. Do not climb, move fixed equipment or enter restricted areas to collect them.

Tell the contractor about building access bookings, delivery activity, school collection routines or shared entrances where relevant. Separate a route that is physically possible from one that the owner is permitted to use. A neighbour’s driveway is not automatically available because it is convenient.

Discuss where the work route intersects with occupants, visitors or deliveries. The assessor should determine suitable arrangements for the actual scope. Keep emergency and essential access questions with the responsible project team rather than improvising a layout yourself.

Mark the selected route on a simple plan and list the conditions that must be in place before work. Assign responsibility for clearing loose belongings and arranging permissions. If access changes, return the issue for review. Send YAK the access constraints with your scope enquiry so they can be considered together.