Under the Aplus Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule, is Sunoco's responsibility for repairs or replacement of designated items limited?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- (B) Sunoco's responsibility for repairs to or replacement of the designed items listed below is limited to repairs resulting from normal wear and tear and not from Franchisee's negligence or
FRANCHISEE MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY SCHEDULE
Franchisee's failure to keep and maintain same in good order and condition at all times or repairs necessitated by damages caused by Franchisee's employees, customers, invitees, vandals, or any other parties.
(C) Franchisee is required to maintain a Preventive Maintenance ("PM") contract with either Sunoco (see Exhibit "A") or a reputable contractor (see Exhibit "B" for requirements). If Franchisee chooses an independent contractor for PM, Franchisee must provide a copy of the PM contract to Sunoco's Maintenance Department each year during the Term of this Lease.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–302)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Sunoco's responsibility for repairs or replacements of designated items is limited under the Franchisee Maintenance Responsibility Schedule. Specifically, Sunoco is only responsible for repairs resulting from normal wear and tear.
Sunoco is not responsible for repairs or replacements due to the franchisee's negligence or the failure of the franchisee to properly maintain the premises. Additionally, Sunoco is not responsible for repairs necessitated by damages caused by the franchisee's employees, customers, invitees, vandals, or any other parties.
This means that as an Aplus franchisee, you will be responsible for damages beyond normal wear and tear. It is important to maintain the property and equipment in good condition and to take measures to prevent damage from third parties, as these costs will fall to you. Franchisees are also required to maintain a Preventive Maintenance contract with Sunoco or a reputable contractor, providing a copy of the contract to Sunoco's Maintenance Department each year.