Closing the Gap: Why SDA Housing Matters More Than Ever

At Dev Partners, we believe that everyone deserves a home that supports their needs — not just physically, but emotionally and socially too. For thousands of Australians living with a disability, that kind of home still feels out of reach.

That’s why Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is more than just a construction project. It’s an opportunity to change lives, restore independence, and build inclusive communities — one home at a time.

The SDA Housing Crisis: A Growing Need

More than 28,000 Australians are eligible for SDA funding under the NDIS. But the stark reality is this: demand continues to outpace supply. Many participants remain in aged care, hospital beds, or homes that simply don’t meet their daily needs — not because funding isn’t available, but because suitable homes aren’t.

With the NDIA projecting a need for over 30,000 SDA places by 2032, the gap is only growing. And that gap is personal. It represents real people — sons, daughters, parents — waiting for a safe, accessible space they can truly call home.

Purpose-Led Development That Puts People First

Dev Partners was founded on one simple belief: we can do better. We deliver SDA homes with care, precision, and a deep understanding of the human stories behind every project.

From our very first consultation to final handover, we take a participant-first approach. Our team works closely with OTs, support coordinators, providers, and — most importantly — the participants themselves to ensure every home is functional, future-proof, and filled with dignity.

Whether it’s assistive tech integration, robust design elements, or thoughtful spatial planning for high physical support needs, every detail is intentional.

A Win-Win: Social Impact Meets Sustainable Investment

SDA is more than a social good — it’s a growing investment opportunity backed by long-term government funding. For impact investors and property partners, SDA projects offer:

• Stable, CPI-linked returns

• Government-backed rental income

• Low vacancy risk with pre-committed participants

• A tangible, measurable impact on people's lives

  
  

At Dev Partners, we handle the full project lifecycle — from feasibility and compliance through to tenant sourcing and post-completion support. We make SDA investment simple, ethical, and sustainable.

Building the Future, Together

We’re not just delivering houses. We’re building homes of hope, independence, and inclusion.

If you’re ready to be part of a movement that delivers real change — whether you’re a provider, investor, or stakeholder — we’d love to hear from you.

Because when we build with purpose, we all live better.