The illegal printing press of Democratic Media Holdings might be able to remain there permanently, although it contradicts all municipal regulations. Whereas two years ago the Windhoek City Council resolved the press had to be moved elsewhere within in 180 days, an appeal by DMH, changed matters and made the City Council back-pedal, despite hefty protests from residents in Omuramba Weg and the neighbourhood. The press was set up without the permission of the Windhoek municipality.

Apart from being kept awake at night by the noise of the printing press, residents say they are constantly disturbed by loud noises of cars fetching the newspapers in the early morning hours.

On Wednesday, councillors resolved that the illegal printing press of DMH could stay if vibration dampers and height adjustment pads have to be installed. Additionally, DMH has to keep noise levels below 45 decibel at night and ensure that all doors and windows of the premises must remain closed at night, revving of car engines, slamming of car doors and unnecessary shouting of employees be minimised.

The reverse drive alarms of newspaper distribution vehicles must be de-activated. "Should DMH fail to maintain an acceptable standard of noise level (below 45 dB) outside of residential erven in the vicinity of Erf R/C11 and it is found that noise from the printing press and its associated activities are a nuisance to the surrounding residents, the City withdraw(s) the consent granted and require Messrs DMH to relocate the printing press", the City Council decided. Councillors further noted they would "in future only in highly exceptional circumstances grant consent use in respect of an existing illegal town planning use."