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BSc(Hons) MRTPI
Chartered Town Planner
Scott believes the best planning outcomes come from understanding how decisions are made, not just the policy behind them.
Having worked in local government and private practice, he has seen planning applications from both sides of the desk. That dual view gives him rare insight into how councils think, and a balanced perspective throughout his work.
It is on the hardest cases that this experience counts for most. Policy on its own rarely gives a clean answer. Scott's strength lies in finding the right argument, evidence or design adjustment that turns a challenging constraint into a workable way forward.
As a Chartered Town Planner, Scott advises on a wide range of residential projects, from replacement homes and sensitive renovations to listed buildings and conservation area schemes. His experience spans both urban and rural settings, where careful strategy, clear communication and sound judgement are what separates success from refusal.
At Urbanist Architecture, Scott is known for his close attention to detail and the relationships he builds with clients, architects, and local authorities. He takes the time to understand what actually matters, both to his clients and to the people making the decision, and that attentiveness is often what earns a project a fair hearing.
Outside work, Scott enjoys cycling, figure skating, and exploring Europe by motorcycle. A passionate music collector and vinyl DJ, he brings the same curiosity and enthusiasm to his interests outside planning as he does to helping clients realise ambitious projects.
“ Great team at Urbanist. Very experienced and I was blown away with my initial designs, which came out even better than expected. Cannot recommend them enough. ”
Faisal F. — London
“ You have been most kind to me!!! I will not hesitate to recommend Urbanist very highly to my friends and colleagues. ”
Javier F. — Hampshire
Good planning isn't about winning arguments; it's about finding solutions that work for everyone.
BSc(Hons) MRTPI
Chartered Town Planner
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