Does each dwelling need its own pedestrian entrance?

Yes, each dwelling should have its own clearly identifiable pedestrian entrance, but it does not necessarily need its own completely separate pedestrian path from the street.

For a dual occupancy, the Missing Middle Housing Design Guide expects dwelling entrances to be clear, safe and accessible. The two dwellings may use a shared pedestrian access route or common path, provided each dwelling still has a distinct entrance and the access arrangement is safe and legible.

For blocks with a rear-lane boundary, the Residential Zones Technical Specifications also require pedestrian access to be provided from the main street frontage.

Reference: ACT Missing Middle Housing Design Guide - ACT Missing Middle Housing Design Guide