Swept Path Analysis Services
A Swept Path Analysis is a technical assessment used in traffic and transport planning to model how vehicles will manoeuvre through a specific area. It simulates vehicle movement including turns, reversals, and access to ensure proposed designs such as car parks, driveways, loading areas, intersections, and site access points can accommodate the intended vehicle types safely and efficiently. This type of analysis is often required by local councils and road authorities as part of development applications, traffic management planning, or when assessing vehicle access compliance with Australian standards.
In simple terms, a swept path assessment acts like a virtual test drive for your design before construction begins. Using specialised industry-standard software, we model the path and clearance of vehicles to identify potential conflicts with kerbs, structures, or other vehicles. This helps prevent costly design changes later, reduces risk, and demonstrates compliance with relevant planning and safety requirements.
Why You Need a Swept Path Analysis
For many developments, local councils or road authorities will specifically request swept path diagrams as part of a planning submission or traffic management approval. These analyses provide objective, verifiable evidence that vehicles can safely navigate the proposed layout as intended, which is crucial for avoiding Requests for Further Information (RFIs), delays, or refusals during review.
It is essential where vehicle manoeuvrability is critical such as in:
Car park layouts and internal circulation
Driveway access to public roads
Loading docks and service yards
Intersection and roundabout geometry
Heavy vehicle access for construction and servicing
Professional swept path diagrams help confirm compliance with Australian Standards and authority expectations, reducing risk and supporting approval confidence.
Our Swept Path Analysis Service
At OnPoint TGS Plans, we deliver fast, accurate, and approval-ready Vehicle Swept Path Analysis documentation tailored to your project.
We assess the specific vehicle types relevant to your design from standard cars to heavy vehicles and model their movements to ensure safe access, circulation, and clearance within the proposed layout. Our reports include clear diagrams and commentary suitable for planning submissions and council review.
One of our key service advantages is speed. While some companies take multiple days for swept path work, we offer a fast turnaround on analysis, providing compliant documentation quickly so your project can keep moving. (You can then integrate this output seamlessly with TMP or CTMP submissions when required.)
When Swept Path Analysis Is Required
Swept path assessments are commonly needed for:
New developments that involve changes to vehicle access
Planning or development applications where access must be demonstrated
Modifications to existing road layouts or entry points
Construction staging where heavy vehicles will operate
Designs with constrained spaces such as basements, ramps, or tight car parks
Local councils and road authorities often mandate the analysis to ensure vehicle movements do not create safety hazards or design conflicts. Having this assessment completed professionally can speed up the approval process and reduce the risk of post-submission changes.
How We Deliver Swept Path Analysis in Australia
Our process begins with detailed project information and site plans. Using industry-standard vehicle tracking software, we simulate vehicle paths, assess clearances, and produce diagrams that clearly demonstrate manoeuvrability for the designated vehicle types.
The final documentation includes visual outputs, design commentary, and clear reference to relevant standards providing authorities with the information they need to support planning or traffic management approvals.
Because accuracy matters and councils can be specific about their requirements, we focus on clear, practical outputs that align with expectations and minimise review issues.
Request a Swept Path Analysis
Need a Swept Path Assessment fast? We deliver accurate, approval-ready Swept Path Analysis documentation with a four hour turnaround. Get in touch with OnPoint TGS today and keep your project moving without delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Councils commonly require these analysis for development applications involving vehicle access, car parks, loading zones, basements, or heavy vehicle movements. It is often requested during planning approvals or engineering review stages.
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We offer analysis with a four-hour turnaround, depending on project complexity and information provided. This is significantly faster than typical industry timeframes.
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We generally require:
Site plans or architectural drawings
Proposed access points and layouts
Intended vehicle types
Relevant council or authority requirements (if available)
If you’re unsure, we can review what you have and advise.
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Yes. The analysis can assess existing layouts, identify access issues, and support redesigns or compliance upgrades for councils or road authorities.
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Our access & clearance assessment documentation is prepared using industry-standard software and aligned with Australian Standards and council expectations, making it suitable for planning and approval submissions.
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Yes. If the council requests adjustments or clarification, we can update the vehicle swept path analysis quickly to address feedback and keep approvals moving.