What are the specific requirements for parking areas at a Best Western property, including paving, markings, and maintenance?
Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 700.2 Adequate free parking space shall be provided. The parking area shall be paved and well marked with stripes. It shall be clean and free of refuse and obstructions.
- 700.3 All parking areas, curbing, concrete bumpers and driveways shall be in a good state of repair and free of excessive cracking, crumbling, chuckholes or unsightly repairs.
- 700.4 Snow removal shall be performed when necessary by plowing and/or use of a melting compound. Icy conditions shall be corrected with an appropriate melting compound or traction providing material.
- 700.5 Sufficient lighting shall be provided in all parking areas to provide for guest security and safety to automobiles. Lighting should be on timing devices to go on at dusk and off at sunrise, and should be properly adjusted as seasons change.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 108–413)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Best Western FDD, franchisees must ensure their properties have adequate parking. The parking area must be paved and well-marked with stripes, and kept clean, free of refuse, and without obstructions.
The FDD states that all parking areas, curbing, concrete bumpers, and driveways need to be in good repair, free of excessive cracking, crumbling, chuckholes, or unsightly repairs. This indicates that Best Western places importance on the appearance and safety of the parking facilities.
Best Western also requires snow removal when necessary, using plowing or melting compounds. If there are icy conditions, they must be corrected with appropriate melting compounds or traction-providing materials. Sufficient lighting must be provided in all parking areas to ensure guest security and safety to automobiles, using timing devices to switch on at dusk and off at sunrise, adjusted seasonally. These requirements ensure the parking areas are safe and accessible for guests at all times.
These standards are part of Best Western's broader requirements for maintaining the property's buildings, grounds, and public areas, ensuring they are in good condition and repair at all times. Regular maintenance and prompt repairs are essential for maintaining Best Western standards and guest satisfaction.