A pizza delivery chain has been refused permission to open a new store in north Watford.

Domino's Pizza submitted plans to turn an office into a take-away in 229 St Albans Road.

The new store would have replaced the existing Domino's in 171 The Parade.

However, the application was turned down last month due to the noise and disturbance the large number of “home delivery vehicles” operating from the business would create for neighbouring residents.

The chain also failed to provide details about the size and appearance of access gates to the rear of the site.

A Domino's Pizza representative said: “Our recent planning application to relocate this store to 229 St. Albans Road has been denied and we have no plans to re-submit this application. We will continue to look for suitable alternative premises.”