Restrictions on Domino's branch over noise concerns

Restrictions have been placed on delivery drivers at Domino's in Weymouth after noise complaints

Delivery restrictions have been imposed on a Domino's Pizza branch after vehicle noise complaints.

The store in King Street, Weymouth, has been instructed to make changes following a hearing of Dorset Council's licensing team.

They include swapping petrol mopeds for new all-electric two-wheelers and from 23:00 delivery drivers will have to park in the nearby Royal Yard car park rather than directly outside.

The franchise holders told the hearing they would try to make these changes from 21:00.

The conditions have now been added to the premises licence, following public nuisance complaints from nearby hotels.

Operators of Gloucester Hotel and Mayfair Guest House were among those to complain, raising concerns about noise from deliveries disturbing guests, illegal parking and vehicle engines left running into the early hours.

The hearing heard the operators were happy with the changes.

Other conditions include Domino's having their drivers sign an agreement about what is expected of them, as well as the premises having to keep doors and windows closed to help reduce noise levels and agree not to play music.

The Domino's store is run as a franchise by a company called Sandy Lane Ventures Ltd and has had a branch in King Street since 2008.

'Want to be a good neighbour'

Jonathan Smith, the solicitor representing the business, said some steps had been taken to reduce noise.

He explained a noisier car had been swapped from evening to daytime use and an additional security camera was being used to monitor drivers.

Mr Smith added that five electric mopeds had been purchased and Domino's "wanted to be a good neighbour".

The sub-committee, made up of councillors, said it was "pleased" both sides had engaged in successful mediation.

A report on the outcome said: "It was clear the licence holder had taken the review seriously and the proposed new conditions were welcomed as a positive way forward to address the issues raised."