Can a Big O Tires tenant perform business outside of the leased premises?
Big_O_Tires Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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)
According to the 2025 Big O Tires Franchise Disclosure Document, a tenant's business operations are primarily restricted to the leased premises. Specifically, all repair and service work must be performed inside the leased premises, not in the parking area. However, initial inspections may be conducted outside the leased premises.
Tenants must ensure that by-products of service and repair work, such as tires, oils, and lubricants, are contained within the leased premises and disposed of properly, according to the landlord's guidelines and local regulations. Additionally, any vehicles requiring overnight storage must be housed inside the tenant's leased premises or another pre-authorized storage area designated by the landlord.
These rules and regulations ensure that the Big O Tires location maintains a professional appearance and minimizes environmental impact. By limiting service and repair work to the interior of the leased premises, the franchise aims to prevent clutter and maintain a clean parking area. The proper containment and disposal of by-products further supports environmental responsibility and compliance with local laws. These stipulations are typical in franchise agreements to maintain brand consistency and protect the reputation of Big O Tires.