| 1. | The proposed development would result in the unjustified net loss of a local sports and recreational facility for the college (outdoor sport facility / ball court). The applicant has failed to adequately demonstrate that the facility is surplus to local requirements, or that equivalent or improved replacement provision can be provided within the site. The proposal would therefore have a detrimental impact on the health, physical activity levels, and well-being of the students, contrary to policies S3 and S5 of the London Plan, policies 17 and 18 of the Local Plan, and HC7 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). |