What remodeling requirements are there for Aw franchise renewal?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
3.4 Remodeling. As a condition for renewal, you must make reasonable capital expenditures to remodel, upgrade and redecorate the Premises so that your Papa Ray's Pizza Restaurant reflects the then-current image intended to be portrayed by a Papa Ray's Pizza Restaurant, including trade dress, color schemes, lay-out, fixtures, furniture and equipment and presentation of the Marks. All remodeling and all replacements, upgrades or redecoration of the Premises must be done in accordance with standards and specifications as prescribed by us from time to time and with our prior written approval. This obligation is in addition to your ongoing obligations to maintain the condition and appearance of the Premises during the term of this Agreement pursuant to Paragraph 11.2.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 39–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as a condition of franchise renewal, franchisees must make reasonable capital expenditures to remodel, upgrade, and redecorate their premises. This ensures that the Papa Ray's Pizza Restaurant reflects the then-current image of the brand. This includes updating the trade dress, color schemes, layout, fixtures, furniture, equipment, and presentation of Aw's marks.
All remodeling, replacements, upgrades, and redecoration must adhere to the standards and specifications prescribed by Aw and require their prior written approval. This obligation is in addition to the franchisee's ongoing duty to maintain the condition and appearance of the premises during the term of the franchise agreement.
This requirement ensures brand consistency and helps maintain a modern and appealing environment for customers. Franchisees should budget for these potential costs when considering franchise renewal, as failure to comply with these remodeling requirements could impact their ability to renew their franchise agreement with Aw.