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Does the preliminary layout and specifications provided by Beggars Pizza include requirements of any federal, state, or local law, code, or regulation?

Beggars_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Franchisee must renovate or construct, and equip, the Restaurant at Franchisee's own expense. Before commencing any renovation or construction of the Restaurant, Franchisee, at its expense, must adapt the preliminary plans and drawings that Franchisor provides to Franchisee under Section 3.1 above by having prepared draft and final architectural drawings and specifications of the Premises by a licensed architect or engineer. Such draft and final drawings and specifications must be submitted to Franchisor for its prior written approval. The drawings and specifications must not thereafter be changed or modified without the prior written approval of Franchisor. Franchisor's approval hereunder will not relate to Franchisee's obligations with respect to any federal, state, or local laws, codes or regulations including, without limitation, the applicable provisions of the ADA regarding the construction, design, and operation of the Restaurant, which will be Franchisee's sole responsibility.

  • 5.2 Permits. Franchisee will be responsible, at Franchisee's expense, for conforming the premises to local ordinances, building codes and the ADA, and for obtaining all zoning classifications, permits, and clearances including, without limitation, certificates of occupancy and certificates of health, which may be required by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations, or which may be necessary or advisable owing to any restrictive covenants relating to the premises or required by the lessor.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 39)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Beggars Pizza's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, while Beggars Pizza provides preliminary plans and drawings, franchisees are responsible for ensuring the restaurant complies with all applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Specifically, the franchisee must adapt the preliminary plans provided by Beggars Pizza by hiring a licensed architect or engineer to prepare draft and final architectural drawings and specifications. These drawings must be submitted to Beggars Pizza for approval, but this approval does not transfer the responsibility for legal compliance from the franchisee to Beggars Pizza.

The franchisee is solely responsible for adhering to all federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), regarding the construction, design, and operation of the restaurant. This includes conforming the premises to local ordinances and building codes.

Furthermore, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all necessary zoning classifications, permits, and clearances, such as certificates of occupancy and health, as required by federal, state, or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. This also extends to any requirements due to restrictive covenants related to the premises or required by the lessor. Therefore, it is critical that prospective Beggars Pizza franchisees understand that they bear the ultimate responsibility for ensuring their restaurant meets all legal and regulatory requirements, irrespective of Beggars Pizza's preliminary plans or approvals.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.