Can I relocate my Buona Business without prior written consent from Buona?

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, you are not allowed to relocate your Buona Business without obtaining prior written consent from Buona. This requirement ensures that any relocation aligns with Buona's strategic interests and operational standards.

Before opening a Buona restaurant, franchisees must have their site approved by Buona. Buona considers factors such as location, size, suitability, layout, access, visibility, proximity to other businesses, competitors, population density, demographics, household income, traffic, tenant mix and parking. Buona also considers the commercial reasonableness of the rent and may require a proforma or draft lease. Buona aims to approve or disapprove a site within 30 days of receiving the necessary information. Once a location is approved, the Franchise Agreement is amended to specify that location as the only authorized place to operate the Buona Business.

This policy is typical in franchising, as franchisors like Buona need to maintain brand consistency and ensure that each location has the best chance of success. Relocating without approval could negatively impact the brand and other franchisees, so Buona retains control over this decision. As a prospective franchisee, it is important to discuss potential relocation scenarios with Buona during your due diligence to understand the process and criteria for approval.