What permits and certifications is a Bambu franchisee required to obtain for the lawful construction and operation of the Bambū shoppe?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- 5.7 Permits and Licenses. Franchisee agrees to obtain all permits and certifications as may be required for the lawful construction and operation of the Bambū shoppe, together with all certifications from government authorities having jurisdiction over the site that all requirements for construction and operation have been met, including without limitation, zoning, access, sign, health, safety requirements, building and
other required construction permits, licenses to do business and fictitious name registrations, sales tax permits, health and sanitation permits and ratings and fire clearances.
5.8 Commencement of Operations. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Bambu and Franchisee, Franchisee shall, within one year from the date of this Agreement: (1) secure all necessary financing for the shoppe; (2) select, purchase or lease and build-out the Franchised Location; (3) obtain and provide evidence of insurance as described in Article 22 below; (4) obtain all required licenses and permits; (5) purchase or lease and have installed signs, counters, furniture, equipment and software as meets the standards and specifications of Bambu; (6) purchase an opening inventory of products and supplies; (7) complete the Training Program described in Section 6.1 below; and (8) commence operation of the Bambū shoppe.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 52–209)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must obtain all necessary permits and certifications for the lawful construction and operation of their Bambū shoppe. This includes securing certifications from government authorities that confirm all construction and operational requirements have been met. These requirements include, but are not limited to, zoning, access, sign, health, and safety regulations.
Specifically, franchisees need to acquire building and other required construction permits, licenses to conduct business, fictitious name registrations, sales tax permits, health and sanitation permits and ratings, and fire clearances. It is the franchisee's responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as any lease or purchase agreements.
Additionally, either the franchisee or the Bambū Certified Team Leaders must obtain food safety manager certification from the ServSafe National Restaurant Association or another food safety certification program approved by the state and local environmental and health requirements that covers the Franchised Location, at Franchisee's cost, including attending and successfully completing any training required for that certification. Bambu also has the right to require Franchisee, the Bambū Certified Team Leaders and other designated employees to attend and satisfactorily complete training and certification courses from time to time, including online training, and other continuing development programs and meetings that Bambu may periodically choose to provide at times and locations Bambu shall designate.