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Which sections of the Buona Franchise Agreement outline maintenance, appearance, and remodeling requirements?

Buona Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Accordingly, Franchisee agrees that:

  • (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 9 — FRANCHISEE'S OBLIGATIONS (FDD pages 34–37)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Article X of the Franchise Agreement details the franchisee's obligations regarding maintaining the premises, including its appearance and any required remodeling.

Specifically, Section 10.1(a) states that franchisees must maintain the premises to Buona's high standards, making necessary alterations and improvements as required by Buona. This includes cleanliness, sanitation, repairs, repainting, and replacement of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and signs. Franchisees must also meet governmental standards and ratings and ensure the business can offer new products or services efficiently.

Additionally, Section 10.1(b) requires franchisees to complete a full renovation of the Franchised Business, including building design, parking lot, landscaping, equipment, point of sale system, signs, interior and exterior decor, fixtures, furnishings, trade dress, color scheme, and presentation of trademarks. However, franchisees are only required to conduct such a renovation once during the term, and not if there is less than one year remaining in the term. These sections ensure that all Buona locations maintain a consistent brand image and meet evolving standards.

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.