Can a Beggars Pizza franchisee make alterations to the premises without Franchisor's consent?
Beggars_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
edies Franchisor may have.
- 7.11 Advertising Materials. Franchisee must ensure that all advertising and promotional materials, signs, decorations, and other items specified by Franchisor bear the Proprietary Marks in the form, color, location, and manner prescribed by Franchisor.
- 7.12 Maintenance of Premises. Franchisee must maintain the Premises (including the adjacent public areas) in a clean, orderly condition and in excellent repair; and, in connection therewith, Franchisee must, at its expense, make such additions, alterations, repairs and replacements thereto (but no others without Franchisor's prior written consent) as may be required for that purpose including, without limitation, such periodic repainting or replacement of obsolete signs, furnishings, equipment, and décor as Franchisor may reasonably direct.
- 7.13 Refurbishment. At Franchisor's request, but no more than once every five (5) years, unless sooner required by Franchisee's lease, Franchisee must refurbish the Premises, at its
expense, to conform to the building design, trade dress, color schemes and presentation of the Proprietary Marks in a manner consistent with the then-current image for new Beggars Pizza® restaurants. Such refurbishment may include, without limitation, structural changes, remodeling, redecoration, and modifications to existing improvements.
- 7.14 Protection of Customer Data.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beggars Pizza Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee needs to obtain prior written consent from Beggars Pizza before making alterations to the premises. Specifically, while franchisees are responsible for maintaining the premises, including making necessary additions, alterations, repairs, and replacements, they are prohibited from making alterations without the franchisor's approval.
This requirement ensures that all Beggars Pizza locations maintain a consistent brand image and adhere to the franchisor's standards. This control helps protect the overall brand and customer experience.
Furthermore, franchisees must purchase and install all fixtures, furnishings, supplies, and equipment, including décor and signs, as directed by Beggars Pizza. They must also refrain from installing any items without prior written consent. This reinforces the franchisor's control over the restaurant's appearance and functionality, ensuring uniformity across all franchise locations. This also applies to the sources of products, as all products sold or offered must meet Beggars Pizza's standards and specifications.