What pre-opening requirements must an All County franchisee comply with before opening their business?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
11. PRE – OPENING REQUIREMENTS.
Prior to opening the Business you must comply with the pre-opening requirements set forth in the "Operations Manual" and other guidelines that we prescribe. You agree not to open the Business until:
- 11.1. We approve the Location as developed in accordance with our specifications and standards;
- 11.2. Your Managing Owner and your owners or employees have completed training to our satisfaction;
- 11.3. You have given us a copy of your lease for the Location, if applicable;
- 11.4. The initial franchise fee and all other amounts then due to us have been paid;
- 11.5. We have been furnished with copies of all agreements and insurance policies required by this Agreement, or such other evidence of insurance coverage and payment of premiums as we request or accept; and
- 11.6. You have obtained and we have been furnished with copies of all required agreements and permits, licenses, and certifications for operating the Business and the Location is in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations.
12. OPERATION REQUIREMENTS.
After you have satisfied the Initial Training and pre-opening requirements set forth in the "Operations Manual" and have received our written approval you may begin operation of the Business. You must maintain and operate the Business in accordance with this Agreement and the terms and standards contained in the Operations Manual.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 43–157)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are several requirements a franchisee must meet before opening their business. These stipulations are detailed in the "Operations Manual" and other guidelines prescribed by All County.
Specifically, All County must approve the business location, ensuring it meets their specifications and standards. The Managing Owner, along with other owners or employees, must successfully complete the required training program to All County's satisfaction. A copy of the location's lease, if applicable, must be provided to All County. The initial franchise fee and any other outstanding amounts due to All County must be paid in full.
Furthermore, franchisees must furnish copies of all required agreements and insurance policies, or provide evidence of insurance coverage and premium payments as requested by All County. Finally, franchisees must obtain and furnish copies of all required agreements, permits, licenses, and certifications necessary for operating the business, ensuring the location complies with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Franchisees must also begin operating the business within 120 days of signing the franchise agreement or risk termination and forfeiture of the initial franchise fee.