Claudia Stephens

Education

MSc Regional and Urban Planning Studies, The London School of Economics and Political Science
BA International Studies, American University School of International Service

Practice Areas

Planning permission
Green Belt
Conservation area
Listed buildings
Permitted development rights
New build housing

With a distinguished background in international relations, Claudia elevates our approach to the intricacies of the English planning system, providing a uniquely global and insightful perspective. Having transitioned to the planning domain, she's cultivated a profound understanding of the public realm, delving into the nuances of human-space interaction — a knowledge that has been indispensable in our more expansive projects.

Claudia's master's dissertation, entitled “Skate and Regenerate?: The Politics of Skateboarding, Public Space, and Urban Development in London”, reflects her depth of research and passion for urban spaces. Furthermore, her experience with prestigious placements has endowed her with a keen understanding of top-tier professional environments and standards.

At Urbanist Architecture, she harnesses her refined skills and extensive town planning expertise to precisely evaluate the development potential of new sites and adeptly navigate the complexities to obtain planning approvals for challenging locations.

Her role also includes keeping lines of communication open with planning departments. That is something that has become increasingly difficult in recent years but Claudia embodies our determination to maintain the kind of open and productive relationships with councils that allow for constructive changes during planning applications.

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