Does Aerus require franchisees to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The Franchised Business must comply with the Americans with Disability Act, and all local zoning laws, land use laws and regulations. You must comply with the Truth in Lending Law and other laws applicable to the offer of financing. Further, with respect to your sale of products through direct in-home demonstrations, you must comply with a number of regulations particular to such activity including: the Federal Trade Commission Rule granting the purchaser in any such sale an unfettered right to cancel the transaction within three business days; the Federal Communications Commission regulation requiring you to maintain a list of consumers who have asked you directly to not call them again; and some state and federal statutes that permit residential telephone users
to have their names placed on a state or federally managed "do not call" list to which telephone marketers must subscribe and adhere. You may also have to comply with local ordinances that require the in-home salespersons to hold a solicitors or direct sellers permit. Other state laws prohibit certain abusive "referral sales schemes". State or local laws may also require the bonding of door-to-door salespeople. You must operate the Franchised Business according to all laws that apply to businesses generally, including federal, state, and local employment and health and safety laws and regulations. You must comply with all present and future laws and regulations that apply to the collection, dissemination, retention and use of personal information.
It is your responsibility to consult with your legal advisor regarding any and all laws which may apply to your business.
Source: Item 1 — The Franchisor and any Parents, Predecessors, and Affiliates (FDD pages 9–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This requirement ensures that Aerus businesses are accessible to individuals with disabilities, in accordance with federal law.
In addition to the ADA, Aerus franchisees must also adhere to all local zoning laws, land use laws, and regulations. They are also required to comply with the Truth in Lending Law and other laws applicable to financing offers. Furthermore, franchisees must follow specific regulations related to direct in-home demonstrations, including the Federal Trade Commission Rule that grants purchasers the right to cancel transactions within three business days, and the Federal Communications Commission regulation regarding do-not-call lists. Compliance with these laws and regulations is a critical aspect of operating an Aerus franchise.
It is the franchisee's responsibility to consult with a legal advisor to ensure they understand and comply with all applicable laws. This includes federal, state, and local employment, health and safety laws, as well as regulations concerning the collection, dissemination, retention, and use of personal information. This proactive approach helps Aerus franchisees avoid potential legal issues and maintain a compliant business operation.