diff --git a/zaza/openstack/charm_tests/designate/tests.py b/zaza/openstack/charm_tests/designate/tests.py
index 0a7d520..5155fe8 100644
--- a/zaza/openstack/charm_tests/designate/tests.py
+++ b/zaza/openstack/charm_tests/designate/tests.py
@@ -13,7 +13,6 @@
 # limitations under the License.
 
 """Encapsulate designate testing."""
-import re
 import logging
 import tenacity
 import subprocess