Under what condition is a Buona franchisee not required to perform a Franchised Business Renovation?

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is not required to conduct a Franchised Business Renovation if there is less than one year remaining in the term of their franchise agreement. However, the franchisee is only required to conduct a full renovation of the Franchised Business once during the term.

This renovation, referred to as a "Franchised Business Renovation," includes a complete reimaging, renovation, refurbishment, and modernization of the Franchised Business. This covers aspects such as 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 goal is to meet the then-current design criteria for Buona Businesses, potentially involving structural changes, remodeling, redecoration, and modifications to existing improvements.

This requirement ensures that all Buona locations maintain a consistent and up-to-date brand image. However, the exception for franchisees with less than one year remaining provides some relief from significant capital expenditures near the end of their franchise term. Franchisees should be aware of the timing of their renovation obligations to plan accordingly and avoid potential conflicts or breaches of the franchise agreement.