Does Burneys Sweets More provide facilities or equipment to the franchisee?
Burneys_Sweets_More Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Pursuant to this grant, Franchisee, at its own expense, shall construct or remodel, and equip, staff, open and operate the Shop at the Location, in accordance with this Agreement. Unless otherwise agreed in a writing executed by Franchisor, Franchisee shall commence operating the Shop within one (1) year after the execution of this Agreement, and shall diligently operate such business in accordance with this Agreement for the Initial Term stated herein. Failure to timely open the Shop shall constitute an event of default under the Agreement.
Franchisee shall always operate the Shop in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, which terms expressly require compliance with the Brand Standards Manual (as defined in Section 11(i)) and Franchisor's standards and specifications. Franchisee covenants that during the Initial Term and any applicable Renewal Term, it will at all times faithfully, honestly and diligently perform its obligations under this Agreement, and that it will continuously exert its best efforts to promote and enhance the business of the Shop.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is generally responsible for equipping their own shop. Specifically, the franchisee must construct or remodel and equip the shop at their own expense. Burneys Sweets More does not typically provide these facilities or equipment.
However, Burneys Sweets More retains the right to require franchisees to refurbish or re-equip their franchised business to maintain brand consistency. This includes potential structural changes, new equipment, remodeling, and redecoration. While these changes are also at the franchisee's expense, there is a limit. Burneys Sweets More cannot require remodeling expenditures exceeding $30,000 during the first two years of the franchise term, unless it's necessary for menu item production.
It's important to note that Burneys Sweets More can enter the premises to make repairs or modifications if the franchisee fails to do so, and the franchisee will bear these costs. Additionally, the franchisee is required to use approved equipment and adhere to Burneys Sweets More's standards and specifications, ensuring uniformity across all locations.