Policy information sourced from the Tower Hamlets Local Plan

D.CF2 Existing community facilities

Existing community facilities must be retained unless it can be demonstrated that:

  • there is no longer a need for the facility or an alternative community use within the local community, or
  • a replacement facility of similar nature that would better meet the needs of existing users is provided.

Where community facilities are re-provided on site as part of the development, the quality and accessibility of these facilities (including public access) should be enhanced.

Extensions to existing schools should demonstrate that:

  • there is a demonstrated local need, and
  • the current level of child play space will be enhanced and increased.

For more information please see the Local Plan