Must a Burros Fries franchisee comply with the ADA regarding the construction of the Business?
Burros_Fries Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
nd we may withhold its authorization to open the Business until the unauthorized change is rectified (or reversed) to our reasonable satisfaction.
Franchisee shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including without limitation, the applicable provisions of the ADA regarding the construction, design and operation of the Business. If Franchisee receives any complaint, claim or other notice alleging a failure to comply with the ADA or other law or regulation related to health or safety, Franchisee agrees that it shall provide us with a copy of such notice immediately or within five (5) days after receipt thereof. Franchisee shall remedy the problem within the required time frame or review with us the matter and comply with our direction regarding the timing and nature of the remedy.
Except as provided in Section 9.B of this Agreement, Franchisee shall construct, furnish and open the Business according to the requirements contained herein, and Franchisee shall open the Business no later than twenty-four (24) months from the Effective Date.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Burros Fries Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regarding the construction, design, and operation of their Business. Franchisees are responsible for adhering to all federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the applicable provisions of the ADA.
Even though Burros Fries may have designed the Business space, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning accessibility for people with disabilities. This includes any required modifications to the restaurant, which must first be approved by Burros Fries and are the franchisee's sole responsibility and expense.
If a franchisee receives any complaint, claim, or notice alleging a failure to comply with the ADA or other health and safety laws, they must provide Burros Fries with a copy of the notice immediately or within five days of receipt. The franchisee must then address the problem within the required timeframe or review the matter with Burros Fries and comply with their directions regarding the timing and nature of the remedy. This ensures that all Burros Fries locations meet the necessary accessibility standards and legal requirements.