What is a Big O Tires tenant prohibited from doing regarding amendments to an assignment or sublease?

According to the 2025 Big O Tires Franchise Disclosure Document, a tenant and landlord are not allowed to modify or amend the lease without the consent of Big O Tires. This consent will not be unreasonably withheld.

This stipulation protects Big O Tires' interests by ensuring that any changes to the lease agreement between the tenant (franchisee) and the landlord are subject to their approval. This prevents franchisees and landlords from making alterations that could negatively impact the Big O Tires brand or the operation of the franchise. For example, a franchisee and landlord could not agree to reduce the size of the premises, or change the permitted use of the property, without Big O Tires having the ability to object.

For a prospective Big O Tires franchisee, this means that when negotiating a lease, it's important to understand that any modifications after the lease is signed will require Big O Tires' approval. This could add an extra layer to lease negotiations and require alignment not only between the franchisee and landlord but also with Big O Tires. Franchisees should factor this into their timelines and communication strategies when dealing with lease-related matters.