What specific areas are included in the full reimaging, renovation, refurbish, and modernization required for a Buona Franchised Business?

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a full reimaging, renovation, refurbishment, and modernization of a franchised business includes several specific areas. This renovation, referred to as a "Franchised Business Renovation," encompasses 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. The renovation is intended to meet the then-current design criteria for Buona businesses and may involve structural changes, remodeling, redecoration, and modifications to existing improvements.

For a prospective Buona franchisee, this means that during the term of the franchise agreement, they will likely need to undertake a significant renovation to keep the business aligned with Buona's current brand standards. This can be a substantial expense, as it covers a wide range of elements from the building's structure to the smallest decor items. The FDD stipulates that a franchisee is only required to conduct this full renovation once during the term, provided there is more than one year remaining in the term.

It is important for franchisees to factor in the potential cost of this renovation when assessing the overall investment required for a Buona franchise. Furthermore, franchisees should maintain the premises and all related elements to Buona's standards throughout the term, making ongoing repairs and replacements as directed by Buona. This obligation ensures that all Buona locations maintain a consistent brand image and quality, but it also places a financial responsibility on the franchisee to keep up with Buona's evolving standards.