What laws are Brueggers Bagels franchisees required to comply with in the construction and operation of each Bakery?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We are not aware of any laws applicable to a Bruegger's Bakery that would not apply to restaurant businesses generally. You must obtain various permits and licenses and operational licenses, which may include permits for patio seating, awnings, boilers and signage. In constructing and operating each Bakery, you must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, including health, sanitation, no smoking, service of alcohol, the sale and administration of gift cards, discrimination, employment, and sexual harassment laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") requires that public accommodations, including restaurants, be readily accessible to disabled persons. The ADA may affect your building construction, site elements, entrance ramps, doors, seating, bathrooms, drinking facilities, and the like. It is your responsibility to investigate, satisfy and stay current on all local, state, and federal laws and regulations since they vary from place to place and can change over time. You should consult with your attorney concerning these and other laws and ordinances that may affect your operations.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 5–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brueggers Bagels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to all applicable local, state, and federal laws when constructing and operating their Bakeries. These laws encompass a broad range of areas, including health, sanitation, no smoking regulations, the service of alcohol, the sale and administration of gift cards, discrimination, employment practices, and sexual harassment prevention.
Brueggers Bagels franchisees are also obligated to ensure their Bakeries are accessible to individuals with disabilities, as mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This may impact various aspects of building construction, such as site elements, entrance ramps, doors, seating arrangements, bathrooms, and drinking facilities.
It is the franchisee's responsibility to investigate, comply with, and stay updated on all relevant laws and regulations, as these can vary by location and change over time. Brueggers Bagels recommends that franchisees consult with their attorney to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and ordinances.