CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The Chapel Hill Town Council approved a motion to establish a drive-thru window at Dunkin’ Donuts last week.
Thanks to a 1998 ordinance enacted by the town, no business is allowed to operate drive thrus without a Special Use Permit. Dunkin’ had been petitioning for a permit since 2017.
The drive-thru will include a ten-car stack, with the drive-through window situated at the fifth car, according to Commercial General Contractor at CAVU Construction Pete Turner.
The new service is expected to increase sales and employment, as well as strengthen the resilience of the business during a time when many businesses are closing due to a lack of takeout options.