Who is responsible for obtaining required permits for a Burneys Sweets More location?

According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all required permits for their location. Specifically, the franchisee must ensure that their premises conform to local ordinances and building codes and secure all necessary permits.

Burneys Sweets More is not required to assist in locating a site or obtaining business premises. However, if requested, Burneys Sweets More will advise on recommended locations, remodeling of the premises, and the purchase or lease of equipment, signs, and fixtures. Burneys Sweets More must accept the site location and the lease if the franchisee does not own the premises. The franchisor's determination to accept or reject a site may be based on various criteria, including but not limited to business count, traffic count, accessibility, parking, visibility, competition, and license availability.

If the franchisee fails to execute a lease or purchase contract for the site within a reasonable amount of time after Burneys Sweets More's acceptance of the site, Burneys Sweets More reserves the right to refer it to another franchise applicant or develop it as a company-owned business. Additionally, if a franchisee fails to select a site that Burneys Sweets More accepts and begin operation within 12 months, the franchisee will be in default under the franchise agreement, and Burneys Sweets More may either allow more time or terminate the franchise agreement without any refund.