Swindon Tesco store to reduce parking spaces as part of transport restructure
Modification aims to enhance Dotcom delivery efficiency and safety
Swindon's Tesco store on Ocotal Way is set to decrease its standard customer parking from 806 to 773 spaces, following approval of plans for a transport restructure.
This reduction of 33 spaces is driven by operational improvements to the supermarket's existing Dotcom delivery area.
Modifications include installing 14 new ram raid bollards, expanding Dotcom parking bays, and extending an existing canopy structure over the operational area.
The steel-framed canopy will cover approximately 53.6 square metres and complement the construction of the existing facility.
Development on previously developed land within Tesco’s operational site aligns with council documents and planning policies.
Planning officials deemed the proposal an enhancement to the current Tesco store and home delivery service, complying with the Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026 and NPPF objectives.
The Highways Authority has raised no objections, affirming the parking reduction meets requirements for food retail stores and could encourage more customers to choose home delivery.
Additional changes involve remarking areas for colleague access and implementing a zebra crossing to boost operational safety.
No alterations to existing pedestrian or vehicle access to public highways are planned.
Tesco PLC's proposal, submitted by Mr Ben Train, received approval with a condition mandating development onset within three years from permission granting.