Does the Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise agreement allow the franchisee to subfranchise or sublicense their rights?

According to the 2025 Batteries Plus Bulbs Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are explicitly prohibited from subfranchising or sublicensing their rights under the franchise agreement. This means a franchisee cannot grant another party the right to operate a Batteries Plus Bulbs store under their franchise agreement.

This restriction is standard in franchising, as franchisors typically want to maintain control over who operates their branded locations to ensure quality and consistency. By preventing subfranchising, Batteries Plus Bulbs retains the authority to select and approve all franchisees, ensuring they meet the company's standards.

For a prospective Batteries Plus Bulbs franchisee, this means they must be prepared to directly own and operate the store themselves. They cannot delegate the operational responsibilities to a third party through a subfranchise or sublicense arrangement. This requirement ensures that the franchisee is fully invested in the business and committed to upholding the Batteries Plus Bulbs brand standards.