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What is the Buona franchisee's obligation regarding the renovation of the Franchised Business?

Buona Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • (a) Franchisee shall maintain, at all times during the Term, at Franchisee's expense, the premises of the Franchised Business and all fixtures, furnishings, signs, systems and equipment, in conformity with Franchisor's high standards and public image and to make such additions, alterations, improvements, repairs, and replacements (but no others, without Franchisor's prior written consent) as may be required by Franchisor from time to time, including but not limited to the following, at Franchisee's sole cost and expense:

  • i.

To keep the Franchised Business in the highest degree of cleanliness, sanitation and repair, including but not limited to such periodic repainting, repairs or replacement of damaged or obsolete, furniture, fixtures and equipment, and replacement of obsolete signs, as Franchisor may reasonably direct;

  • ii.

To meet and maintain the highest governmental standards and ratings applicable to the operation of the Franchised Business; and

  • iii.

For the Franchised Business to be able to offer new products or services or to permit the Franchised Business to operate more efficiently.

  • (b) In addition to the maintenance described in (a) above, Franchisee must complete a full reimaging, renovation, refurbish and modernization of the Franchised Business, within the time frame required by Franchisor, including the building design, parking lot, landscaping, equipment, point of sale system, signs, interior and exterior decor items, fixtures, furnishings, trade dress, color scheme, presentation of trademarks and service marks, supplies and other products and materials, to meet the then-current design criteria for Buona Businesses, including but not limited to such structural changes, remodeling and redecoration and such modifications to existing improvements as may be necessary to do so (a "Franchised Business Renovation").

Franchisee shall only be required to conduct a Franchised Business Renovation once during the Term and shall not be required to perform a Franchised Business Renovation if there is less than one (1) year remaining in the Term.

Nothing herein shall be deemed to limit Franchisee's other obligations during the Term to operate the Franchised Business in accordance with Franchisor's standards and specifications for the System including but not limited to the obligations set forth in this Article X.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 78)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are obligated to maintain the premises of their franchised business to meet Buona's standards. This includes making necessary additions, alterations, improvements, repairs, and replacements as required by Buona. The franchisee is responsible for keeping the business clean, sanitary, and well-repaired, which includes repainting, repairing or replacing damaged or obsolete furniture, fixtures, and equipment, and replacing obsolete signs as directed by Buona. Franchisees must also meet and maintain the highest governmental standards applicable to their business operations. These renovations may also be required for the Franchised Business to be able to offer new products or services or to permit the Franchised Business to operate more efficiently.

In addition to regular maintenance, Buona franchisees must complete a full reimaging, renovation, refurbishment, and modernization of their franchised business when required by Buona. This includes updates to the building design, parking lot, landscaping, equipment, point of sale system, signs, interior and exterior decor items, fixtures, furnishings, trade dress, color scheme, presentation of trademarks and service marks, supplies, and other materials to meet the current design criteria for Buona businesses. This may involve structural changes, remodeling, and redecoration.

However, a franchisee is only required to conduct a full renovation once during the term of the franchise agreement, and they are not required to do so if there is less than one year remaining in the term. These obligations do not limit the franchisee's other duties to operate the Franchised Business according to Buona's standards and specifications.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.