According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit B of the Area Development Agreement, titled "Development Schedule," requires both the franchisor and the developer to initial the document. This exhibit outlines the developer's obligations to develop, open, and operate a minimum of three Buona restaurants. It specifies the deadlines for signing Franchise Agreements, leases, or purchase agreements, and for commencing operations at franchisor-approved sites.

The inclusion of initial lines for both the franchisor and the developer suggests that both parties must acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the Development Schedule. This likely serves as a formal confirmation that both parties have reviewed and accepted the development timeline and obligations. By initialing the document, the developer acknowledges their commitment to meeting the specified deadlines for opening and operating Buona restaurants within the designated area.

It is a common practice in franchising to have both parties initial key exhibits and agreements to demonstrate mutual understanding and consent. This helps to prevent disputes later on by providing evidence that both the franchisor and franchisee were aware of and agreed to the terms at the time of signing. The initialed Development Schedule becomes a part of the legally binding Area Development Agreement, holding the developer accountable for fulfilling their development obligations as outlined.