Q&A with Steph Hedger, Director of Property Development at Domino's Pizza

Name: Steph Hedger

Role: Director of Property Development

Who are Domino's Pizza?

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‍Domino’s Pizza Group is the UK’s leading pizza brand and a major player in the Republic of Ireland

How many stores do Domino's currently have?

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We currently have over 1,350 stores in the UK and ROI

Target locations?

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We will consider High Streets, Retail Parks, Neighbourhood Parades, Out of Town Retail; Industrial Parks and all other non-traditional locations.

How many new stores are you targeting?

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Here at Domino’s we’re proud to be the number one pizza delivery brand. Whilst we have good coverage across the UK & Ireland we know there is huge potential for more stores and we’re aiming to open at least 55 new stores every year.

Size requirements?

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850 sq.ft to 1,500 sq.ft. Our ideal size is 1,200 sq.ft. in our current format

Additional requirements?

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- Ideally single floor with good configuration of space however our Property Team will review and complete initial store layout as required

- Good visibility & multiple signage opportunities

- Easy access plus dedicated parking preferred

Planning consent? ‍

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Hot Food Takeaway – Planning Use Class (Sui Generis) – or the ability to obtain

Freehold or Leasehold?

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We will consider both Freehold or Leasehold

Do you pay intro fees?

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We will pay an introduction fee up to £15,000 where the site is approved and opens within 12 months.

Recent openings or new locations in the pipeline? 

New openings include the following:

Kirton, Boston – Business Park

Hailsham (Relocation) – ex-bank

Coal Island, Northern Island – small unit

Hayling Island, High Street

Edinburgh Craigmillar – Retail Park  

Additional Questions:

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What are the main challenges you face when acquiring new property?

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Planning for change of use is becoming more challenging but based on recent changes to regulations this is no different to any other similar brand. Despite the challenges, Domino’s are a major global brand and make an ideal tenant for Landlords, with strong covenant strength and thanks to our proven track record running successful stores in communities across the UK& Ireland.

Contact details?

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Email – property.enquiries@dominos.co.uk

See individual surveyors’ numbers and target towns on our website

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W Mids & NW England, Greater London
Andy Ross
+44 07919 223634
Andy.Ross@dominos.co.uk

E&EM England, Yorkshire
Hayley Laskey
+44 07584 346144
Hayley.Laskey@dominos.co.uk

SE & SW England, Wales
Samantha Moore
+44 07391 013802
Samantha.Moore@dominos.co.uk

NE England and Scotland
Stephen O’Connell
+44 07389 872634
Stephen.Oconnell@dominos.co.uk

Ireland
Ciara Geraghty
+353 (087) 112 6668
ciara.geraghty@dominos.co.uk

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