Where must I designate my premises from which I will manage and administer my Anago Unit Franchise?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You are not obtaining any exclusive or protected territory. You may only operate your Unit Franchise anywhere within the counties of (Your counties) in the state of (Your State) (the "Area") under the name Anago. You cannot operate your Unit Franchise outside the Area. We may open and operate Company Units and franchise the Anago Unit Franchise to other Unit Franchisees or engage in any other method of distribution in Our complete discretion whenever, however and wherever We determine, including within the Area. You must designate your own Premises within the Area from which you will manage and administer Your Unit Franchise. If You do not operate Your Anago Unit Franchise out of Your residence but instead occupy a business premises, such business premises and lease agreement will be subject to our prior written approval, which will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–298)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, you must designate your own premises within your designated Area to manage and administer your Anago Unit Franchise. The Area is defined as the counties you select in your state.
The FDD specifies that you can operate your Anago Unit Franchise anywhere within your selected counties in your state under the Anago name. However, you are prohibited from operating outside of this designated Area. Anago retains the right to open and operate company units, franchise to others, or engage in any other method of distribution within your Area at their discretion.
If you choose to operate your Anago Unit Franchise from a business premises rather than your residence, the business premises and lease agreement are subject to Anago's prior written approval, which, according to the FDD, will not be unreasonably withheld. This requirement ensures that your business location meets Anago's standards and protects the brand's image.