For an Aplus franchise, who is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all permits and licenses necessary for the operation of the Premises, Loaned Equipment, and its business(es)?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
13.6. Licenses and Permits
Franchisee shall secure and maintain in force all required operational and professional licenses, permits and certificates necessary for the operation of the Franchised Business, including all zoning and local permits necessary to operate the Franchised Business from the principal residence of Franchisee or its Designated Manager, and shall operate the Franchised Business in full compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations. Franchisor makes no representation to Franchisee with regard to any legal requirements that Franchisee must satisfy or comply with in connection with the operation of the Franchised Business. Franchisee shall be solely responsible for investigating and complying with all such laws, ordinances and regulations with regard to the operation of the Franchised Business.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–302)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for securing and maintaining all required operational and professional licenses, permits, and certificates necessary for the operation of the franchised business. This includes all zoning and local permits needed to operate the business from the franchisee's principal residence or that of their designated manager.
Specifically, the franchisee must operate the franchised business in full compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations. Aplus makes no representations regarding any legal requirements that the franchisee must satisfy. It is the franchisee's sole responsibility to investigate and comply with all such laws, ordinances, and regulations related to the operation of the Aplus franchised business.
In addition to securing the necessary licenses and permits, the franchisee is also responsible for operating the Premises and Loaned Equipment in strict accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. This includes compliance with zoning, use, and building permits and ordinances applicable to the Premises or Loaned Equipment, as well as all restrictions of record affecting the Premises. The franchisee must also immediately notify Aplus in writing of any citations, notices of violation, or other communications alleging violations of these laws and regulations.