Does Amorino require my lease to contain certain terms?
Amorino Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
currency exchange rate fluctuations.
-
- For any of the Store types, you must own a location approved by us or you must lease a location approved by us. Whether you own or lease, you must improve, construct, remodel and decorate the space to our specifications. These estimates assume that your location will be a leased, unimproved, unfinished retail store-type unit. A Traditional Store typically occupies 500 to 1,500 square feet of commercial space. A Kiosk Outlet typically occupies 100 to 500 square feet of commercial space. These POS types typically are located on a major thoroughfare, or in or adjacent to a retail strip mall or shopping center, or in an urban storefront. A Mobile Structure outlet typically occupies 60 to 100 square feet of commercial space, and is typically located within an
enclosed shopping mall, college campus, or other closed market environment. Your lease is subject to our approval and must contain certain terms we require, as described in your franchise agreement. Rents may range from $20.00 to $200.00 per square foot per year, depending upon factors such as size, condition and location of the leased premises. Your rent will generally be a fixed base rent plus common maintenance, taxes and insurance. However, some leases will be on a "gross basis" which would typically include all common maintenance, taxes and insurance. Your lease may also provide for percentage rent, which will be a percentage of your sales at the Store.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 22–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amorino's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the lease agreement for your Amorino location is subject to approval by Amorino and must include specific terms as outlined in the franchise agreement. This requirement applies to all store types, whether it's a Traditional Store, Kiosk Outlet, or Mobile Structure outlet.
Amorino needs to approve the location you select, whether you decide to own or lease the space. You will also need to improve, remodel, and decorate the space to meet Amorino's specifications. The FDD notes that rents can vary significantly, ranging from $20.00 to $200.00 per square foot per year, depending on factors such as the size, condition, and location of the premises.
The lease structure typically involves a fixed base rent along with additional costs for common maintenance, taxes, and insurance. However, some leases may be structured on a "gross basis," which includes all common maintenance, taxes, and insurance in the rent. Additionally, your lease may include a percentage rent clause, where you pay a percentage of your store's sales to the landlord. Given these factors, it is crucial to carefully review the lease terms with Amorino and legal counsel to ensure compliance and understand the financial implications.