Under what condition will Buns On Fire provide on-site evaluation for a proposed site?
Buns_On_Fire Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In connection with Franchisee's selection of a site for the franchised business, Franchisor shall furnish to Franchisee the following:
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- Site selection counseling and assistance as Franchisor may deem advisable for a site.
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- Such on-site evaluation as Franchisor may deem advisable in response to Franchisee's request for site approval; provided, however, that Franchisor shall not provide on-site evaluation for any proposed site prior to the receipt of a market feasibility study for such site prepared by Franchisee pursuant to Paragraph C. hereof. If on-site evaluation is deemed necessary and appropriate by Franchisor (on its own initiative or at Franchisee's request), Franchisee shall reimburse Franchisor for all reasonable expenses incurred by Franchisor in connection with such on-site evaluation, including, without limitation, the cost of travel, lodging and meals, following Franchisee's approval in advance of same.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–200)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Buns On Fire Franchise Disclosure Document, Buns On Fire will provide on-site evaluation for a proposed site if the franchisee has requested site approval and has provided a market feasibility study for the site. The market feasibility study must be prepared by the franchisee and completed by a qualified third-party consultant approved by Buns On Fire.
Even if these conditions are met, Buns On Fire still has the discretion to determine if an on-site evaluation is advisable. If Buns On Fire deems an on-site evaluation necessary, whether at its own initiative or at the franchisee's request, the franchisee is responsible for reimbursing Buns On Fire for all reasonable expenses incurred during the evaluation. These expenses include, but are not limited to, the cost of travel, lodging, and meals for Buns On Fire representatives.
It is important to note that the franchisee must obtain approval from Buns On Fire in advance before incurring these reimbursement expenses. This process ensures transparency and prevents unexpected costs for the franchisee. This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as franchisors typically want to ensure that the site is appropriate before a franchisee invests too heavily in a location that may not be suitable for a Buns On Fire restaurant.