What certificate is included as Exhibit N for a Buns On Fire franchise?
Buns_On_Fire Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
EXHIBIT "N" AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ("ADA") CERTIFICATION
SMYA Ventures LLC ("Franchisor") and ("Franchisee") are parties to a Franchise Agreement dated for the operation of a Buns on Fire Restaurant at (the "Restaurant"). In accordance with the Franchise Agreement, Franchisee certifies to Franchisor that, to the best of Franchisee's knowledge, the Restaurant and its adjacent areas comply with all applicable federal, state and local accessibility laws, statutes, codes, rules, regulations and standards, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Franchisee acknowledges that it is an independent business and the requirement of this certification by Franchisee does not constitute ownership, control, leasing or operation of the Restaurant. Franchisee acknowledges that Franchisor has relied on the information contained in this certification. Furthermore, Franchisee acknowledge its obligation under the Franchise Agreement to indemnify Franchisor and the officers, directors, and employees of Franchisor in connection with any and all claims, losses, costs, expenses, liabilities, compliance costs, and damages incurred by the indemnified party(ies) as a result of any matters associated with Franchisee's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as the costs, including attorneys' fees, related to the same.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 48–49)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Buns On Fire Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit N is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Certification. This certification requires the franchisee to certify to Buns On Fire that, to the best of their knowledge, the restaurant and its adjacent areas comply with all applicable federal, state, and local accessibility laws, including the ADA.
The ADA certification emphasizes that the franchisee operates as an independent business, and the certification requirement does not imply ownership, control, leasing, or operation of the restaurant by Buns On Fire. Buns On Fire relies on the franchisee's certification to ensure compliance with accessibility laws.
Furthermore, the franchisee acknowledges their obligation to indemnify Buns On Fire and its officers, directors, and employees against any claims, losses, costs, expenses, liabilities, compliance costs, and damages resulting from the franchisee's non-compliance with the ADA. This indemnification also covers attorneys' fees related to these matters, highlighting the franchisee's responsibility for ADA compliance.