What must a Buona franchisee do promptly after obtaining possession of the site for the franchised business?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Promptly after obtaining possession of the site for the Franchised Business, Franchisee will: (i) cause to be prepared and submit for
approval by Franchisor a site plan. Franchisor shall then provide basic drawings and specifications, including requirements for dimensions, exterior design, materials, interior layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture, signs, and decorating required for the development of the Franchised Business; Franchisee is required to hire a licensed architect designated by Franchisor and have these drawings and specifications modified by the architect as required, to meet applicable ordinances, building codes or permit requirements (Franchisor must approve any such modifications to the drawings and specifications); and to fit the configuration of the approved site; (ii) obtain all required zoning changes, all required building, utility, health, sanitation and sign permits and any other required permits and licenses; (iii) purchase or lease equipment, fixtures, furniture and signs as hereinafter provided; (iv) complete the construction and/or remodeling, equip, furnish and decorate the Franchised Business in full and strict compliance with plans and specifications approved by Franchisor and all applicable ordinances, building codes and permit requirements; (v) obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final waivers of lien for construction, remodeling, decorating and installation services; and (vi) upon completion of construction, furnish Franchisor final costs for the construction, equipment, build-out, deposits, and total development of the Franchised Business. Once the premises of the Franchised Business is established and approved by Franchisor, no changes in the interior or exterior design of the Franchised Business or the equipment or fixtures used within may be made without prior written consent of Franchisor.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 78–356)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, once a franchisee obtains possession of their business site, they must promptly take several actions. First, they must prepare and submit a site plan for approval by Buona. After the site plan is submitted, Buona will provide basic drawings and specifications for the location, including requirements for dimensions, exterior design, materials, interior layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture, signs, and decorating. The franchisee is then required to hire a licensed architect designated by Buona to modify these drawings and specifications as needed to comply with local ordinances, building codes, and permit requirements, as well as to fit the approved site's configuration. Any modifications to the drawings and specifications must be approved by Buona.
In addition to the site plan and architectural modifications, the franchisee must also obtain all necessary zoning changes, building, utility, health, sanitation, and sign permits, along with any other required permits and licenses. They are also responsible for purchasing or leasing the necessary equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs. The franchisee must then complete the construction and/or remodeling, equip, furnish, and decorate the franchised business in strict compliance with the approved plans and specifications, as well as all applicable ordinances, building codes, and permit requirements.
Furthermore, the franchisee is required to obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final waivers of lien for construction, remodeling, decorating, and installation services. Finally, upon completion of construction, the franchisee must furnish Buona with the final costs for construction, equipment, build-out, deposits, and the total development of the franchised business. Once the premises are established and approved by Buona, no changes to the interior or exterior design, equipment, or fixtures can be made without prior written consent from Buona.