Who is responsible for ensuring the Aira Fitness Business premises are free from environmental contamination?

According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for ensuring that the Aira Fitness Business premises are free from environmental contamination. This responsibility includes obtaining satisfactory evidence or assurances that the premises comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Aira Fitness assumes no liability or responsibility for evaluating the location's soil for hazardous substances or inspecting any structure for asbestos or other toxic or hazardous materials.

This means that before opening an Aira Fitness franchise, a prospective franchisee must conduct thorough due diligence to ensure the site is free of environmental hazards and complies with all legal requirements. This may involve hiring environmental experts to assess the property and identify any potential issues. The franchisee bears the financial burden of these assessments and any remediation required to address contamination or compliance issues.

The franchisor's site approval does not guarantee compliance or profitability; it only indicates that the site meets Aira Fitness's minimum selection criteria. Therefore, it is crucial for franchisees to independently verify the suitability of the location to avoid potential legal and financial liabilities associated with environmental contamination or ADA non-compliance. This allocation of responsibility is not uncommon in franchising, where franchisees often bear the responsibility for local regulatory compliance.