Who is responsible for obtaining all zoning and health permits for a Brueggers Bagels Bakery?

According to Brueggers Bagels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all zoning and health permits for their Bakery. The FDD states that the franchisee is responsible for these permits at their own expense.

This means that a prospective Brueggers Bagels franchisee must budget time and money to handle the permitting process. The time to open a new Bakery is typically nine months after signing the Franchise Agreement, but this can vary depending on how long it takes to obtain the necessary permits and licenses. This timeline is outside of Brueggers Bagels' control.

Before starting the permitting process, the franchisee must have Brueggers Bagels approve the final drawings and specifications for the Bakery. The franchisee cannot change the approved drawings and specifications without Brueggers Bagels' written consent. For the first two Bakeries, the franchisee must engage an architect from Brueggers Bagels' approved list to prepare the drawings and specifications. They must also use a general contractor from Brueggers Bagels' approved list or receive written approval of their general contractor.