What constitutes an acceptable site for a Browns Chicken franchise?
Browns_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
chisee defaults under the Franchise Agreement, Brown has the right to terminate the sublease and take possession of the Premises or sublease them to another party.
C. Development Of Store by Franchisee.
Franchisee agrees to do, or cause to be done, the following:
- (1) Prepare suitable architectural plans and specifications and a site survey for the Store at the Premises, in accordance with Brown's requirements for dimensions, exterior design, materials, parking area, interior layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs and decorating of a BROWN'S Store and conforming to all applicable ordinances, building, and zoning codes, permit requirements, and lease requirements and restrictions, which plans and specifications must be submitted to and approved in advance by Brown;
- (2) Obtain all required zoning changes and all required health, sanitation, building, utility, sign, and business permits and licenses, and any other required permits and licenses;
- (3) Purchase or lease and install all equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs required for the Store; and
- (4) Construct all required improvements to and decorate the Premises in compliance with plans and specifications therefor approved by Brown and with all applicable laws.
- (5) obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final waivers of lien for construction, remodeling, decorating and installation services; and
- (6) upon completion of construction, furnish Brown final costs for the construction, equipment, build-out, deposits, and total development of the Store.
Franchisee shall complete development of and have the Store ready to open and commence the conduct of its business within a reasonable time after Franchisee obtains possession of the Premises. Franchisee shall have the right to modify approved plans and specifications and the exterior and interior layout of the Premises if and to the extent that Brown reasonably determines that any such modifications become necessary and will not violate any applicable ordinance, building code, zoning code, permit, or lease requirement or restriction.
5. EQUIPMENT, FIXTURES, FURNITURE AND SIGNS.
Franchisee agrees to use in the operation of the Store only those brands, types and/or models of equipment for the preparation, dispensing, storage, display and delivery of food and beverages, cash registers, fax machine, lap-top computer, and other equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs that Brown has approved as meeting its specifications and standards.
Brown's specifications and standards may include minimum standards for design, appearance, function, performance, serviceability and warranties.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Browns Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the suitability of a site for a Browns Chicken store involves several requirements and considerations. The franchisee is responsible for preparing architectural plans and a site survey that meet Browns Chicken's standards for dimensions, exterior design, materials, parking, interior layout, equipment, and signage. These plans must comply with all applicable ordinances, building and zoning codes, permit requirements, and lease restrictions, and they must be approved by Browns Chicken in advance.
Furthermore, the franchisee must obtain all necessary zoning changes, health, sanitation, building, utility, sign, and business permits and licenses. They are also responsible for purchasing or leasing and installing all required equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs. The franchisee must construct all required improvements for the store. Browns Chicken retains significant control over the site, including the right to enter the premises to make modifications necessary to protect its trademarks or to address any defaults under the Franchise Agreement or the lease.
Browns Chicken must approve any lease agreement, and the franchisee must provide a copy of the signed lease to Browns Chicken within fifteen days of execution. The franchisee also executes a Collateral Assignment of Lease, assigning their rights as a tenant to Browns Chicken, which can be exercised upon default. The approval of the lease by Browns Chicken does not constitute a warranty regarding its fairness, suitability, or profitability. The franchisee's execution of a lease signifies their acceptance of the site, location, and lease terms. Browns Chicken may modify the standards and specifications for store locations based on unique features, special requirements, and other factors it deems relevant.