What’s in a Lifemark® Assessment Management Report?
What’s in a Lifemark® Assessment Management Report?
When you engage with Lifemark®, you’re not just aiming for a certificate – you’re entering a structured process designed to make Universal Design practical, achievable, and measurable. At the centre of this process is the Lifemark® Assessment Management Report, a document that guides projects from concept through to completion.
What’s inside the report
The report is designed to give project teams clarity and confidence. It shows how a design measures up against the Lifemark® standard you are pursuing, highlights where things are already working well, and pinpoints areas that may need more information or refinement. Rather than being a checklist, it’s a roadmap – helping teams understand what’s required to achieve a specific certification.
The report is presented in two sections: the first looks at structural and spatial standards at the concept or preliminary design stage, and the second focuses on construction detail standards as the project progresses.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll find in a typical Lifemark® Assessment Management Report:
- Assessment summary: A snapshot of how the project is tracking, including achieved standards and those still pending.
- Two-part review: Structural and spatial standards are assessed at the concept stage, while construction details are reviewed later in the process.
- Clear criteria: Each element – from entrances and pathways to bathrooms and kitchens – is measured against Lifemark®’s Universal Design guidelines, with remarks explaining why these features matter for usability, safety, and adaptability.
- Next steps: Pending items are flagged, so teams know exactly what information or adjustments are needed before moving forward.
A tool for confidence
The report isn’t just paperwork. It’s a practical tool that makes Universal Design tangible. By breaking down standards into clear, actionable points, it helps architects, builders, and developers see how their projects can enhance safety, usability, and future‑proofing – creating homes that work well for everyone. Once all criteria are achieved, the report paves the way for a provisional Lifemark® certificate, with final certification following construction and verification.
For clients, the Lifemark® Assessment Management Report provides reassurance: they know where they stand, what’s required, and how to get there. It’s part of Lifemark®’s commitment to making Universal Design not only a principle, but a practical reality in homes and communities across New Zealand.
