What is Big O Tires prohibited from doing regarding defacement of the leased premises?
Big_O_Tires Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
EXHIBIT D
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Commercial Purposes.
All suites or units contemplated on the property shall be, and the same hereby are, restricted exclusively to commercial use.
No structures of a temporary character, trailer, tent, shack, carport, boat, garage, barn, or other similar vehicle or structure shall be kept on any portion of the Property - outside a unit at anytime.
Hours of Operation.
Tenant shall not during the term of this Lease, vacate nor abandon the Leased Premises or cease to conduct its business operations as required by this Lease.
Tenant shall operate its business from the Leased Premises continuously as provided in Subsection 5.2 of this Lease.
Authorized Service Areas.
All repair and service work performed by the Tenant shall be performed inside the Tenant's Leased Premises and not on the parking area of the Leased Premises, provided however that initial inspections may be conducted outside the Leased Premises.
Containment and Disposal of By-Products of Service/ Repair Work.
Every effort shall be made by Tenant to insure that by-products of service and repair work such as, but not limited to, tires, oils, greases, antifreeze, additives, compounds and lubricants are contained in Tenant's Leased Premises and disposed of in an authorized manner as determined by the Landlord, and local laws and ordinances.
Storage of Repair Vehicles.
All vehicles requiring overnight storage must be housed in the Tenant's Leased Premises or other pre-authorized storage area as determined by Landlord.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 102–535)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Big O Tires Franchise Disclosure Document includes a standard lease agreement that outlines the rules and regulations for the leased premises. While the document specifies what the tenant (franchisee) is restricted from doing, it does not explicitly state what the landlord (Big O Tires in some cases) is prohibited from doing regarding defacement of the leased premises.
However, the lease agreement does emphasize the importance of maintaining the premises and adhering to specific rules. For example, tenants are generally required to conduct repair and service work inside the leased premises and ensure proper containment and disposal of by-products. Additionally, tenants need prior approval from the landlord for temporary signs and banners, which must be professionally rendered and maintained in good condition.
Since the FDD does not directly address restrictions on the landlord regarding defacement, it is important for a prospective Big O Tires franchisee to discuss this point with the franchisor. Understanding the landlord's responsibilities and limitations in maintaining the property can help prevent potential disputes and ensure a mutually agreeable environment for operating the Big O Tires franchise.