Where can I find the Aplus Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule that outlines my maintenance responsibilities?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
(H) Except as set forth in Section 2.13(A) herein and in the Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule as set forth in Part III below, Sunoco shall be responsible for performing or having performed all other maintenance and repairs to the Premises or Loaned Equipment.
(A) You shall maintain the Premises, Loaned Equipment, and your own property and equipment on the Premises in a clean, neat, orderly, sanitary, safe, and trash- and weed-free condition and in accordance with the Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule as set forth in Part III below.
FRANCHISEE MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY SCHEDULE
Item Sunoco Franchisee
Refrigeration Systems Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers Responsible for major repairs and replacements. Major repairs are defined generally as those over $250 per occurrence. Including repair and/or replacement of compressors, condensers, evaporator coils, exchangers, and burners. Maintain unit clear and free of any blockage. Must carry a Preventive Maintenance ("PM") contract per Part III, 3.02(c) herein (see Exhibit "B" for requirements). Franchisee is responsible for the first $250 of any repairs. All Other Coolers/Freezers None. Repair or replace. Rest Rooms None. Must ensure clean, sanitary, fully stocked, and fully functional restrooms available for customers' use. Plumbing Water Heater Repair or replace. None. Wash Bowls, Sinks, Toilet Fixtures, Urinals, and Miscellaneous Furnishings None. Repair or replace (includes but is not limited to faucets, valves, toilet seats, soap dispensers, mirrors, towel dispensers, toilet tissue holders). Sewer System, Septic Tank, Cesspool Repair or replace. All cleaning, pumping, and disposal costs.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–302)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule is located in Part III of the document. Specifically, Section 2.13(A) and Section 1.22(A) both reference this schedule.
The schedule outlines the maintenance responsibilities of both Sunoco and the franchisee for various items within the Aplus store. For example, the franchisee is generally responsible for maintaining clean and functional restrooms, while Sunoco is responsible for major repairs and replacements of refrigeration systems exceeding $250 per occurrence, with the franchisee covering the first $250 of any refrigeration repairs.
The schedule covers a range of items, including refrigeration systems, restrooms, plumbing, building water systems, electrical/electronic components, and interior fixtures. Franchisees are expected to adhere to the maintenance responsibilities outlined in the schedule to keep the premises in good condition and compliant with the franchise agreement. Franchisees must also carry a Preventive Maintenance contract per Part III, 3.02(c) as detailed in Exhibit "B".