Does Buona designate a Protected Area for the franchisee's Buona Business?

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Buona will designate a Protected Area for a franchisee's Buona Business. This designation occurs after the Franchise Agreement is signed but before the Buona Business opens. The specifics of the Protected Area are detailed in Section 1.3 and Exhibit A of the Franchise Agreement.

This means that Buona franchisees are granted a defined territory in which they will typically be the only Buona restaurant. This is a common practice in franchising to prevent cannibalization between franchise locations and to give franchisees a reasonable opportunity to establish their business. The exact size and characteristics of the protected area can vary significantly based on factors like population density, market conditions, and geographic barriers.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review Section 1.3 and Exhibit A of the Franchise Agreement to fully understand the terms and conditions of the Protected Area. It is important to determine the size and exclusivity of the territory, as well as any conditions that could affect the protected status. Franchisees should also inquire about the process Buona uses to determine the boundaries of the Protected Area and whether there are any circumstances under which Buona might reduce or eliminate the Protected Area.