If a jurisdiction's law requires an action not specified in the Anago franchise agreement, will that action be required?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
SECTION 4.6 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS.
You will comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations, and will timely obtain, maintain and renew when required all permits, certificates, or licenses necessary for the proper conduct of the Anago Unit Franchise under this Agreement, including qualification to do business, fictitious, trade or assumed name registration, occupational licenses, and OSHA requirements. You will provide copies of all inspection reports, warnings, certificates and ratings, issued by any governmental entity during the Term on the conduct of the Anago Unit Franchise that indicates Your material noncompliance with any applicable law, rule or regulation, to Us within 2 days of Your receipt of these items. We accept no responsibility for any of Your operations, janitorial or otherwise.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–298)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations. This includes federal, state, and local requirements. Franchisees are also responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary permits, certificates, and licenses required to operate their Anago Unit Franchise. These may include qualifications to do business, fictitious name registrations, occupational licenses, and compliance with OSHA requirements.
Anago franchisees are obligated to provide copies of any inspection reports, warnings, certificates, and ratings issued by governmental entities that indicate material noncompliance with applicable laws, rules, or regulations. These copies must be provided to Anago within two days of receipt. This ensures that Anago is aware of any compliance issues and can work with the franchisee to address them.
This requirement to comply with all laws and regulations is standard in franchise agreements. It ensures that the franchisee operates the business legally and ethically, protecting both the franchisee and the Anago brand from potential legal issues. Franchisees should be aware of all applicable laws and regulations in their area and take steps to ensure compliance.