Who is responsible for the costs incurred by Byrider Franchising Partners to determine if unapproved signs or decorating materials meet specifications?

According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee proposes to purchase or lease signs or decorating materials not already approved by Byrider Franchising Partners, the franchisee must first notify Byrider. Byrider Franchising Partners may then require the franchisee to submit specifications, photographs, drawings, information, or samples to determine if the materials meet Byrider's standards.

The document states that Byrider Franchising Partners is entitled to the actual costs it incurs to carry out these determinations, including costs of analysis and testing. Therefore, the franchisee is responsible for reimbursing Byrider Franchising Partners for these costs. Byrider Franchising Partners will then advise the franchisee within 30 days of the submission whether the proposed sign or decorating materials meet its specifications.

This means that franchisees have the flexibility to source their own signs and decorating materials, but they bear the financial risk of those materials not meeting Byrider's standards. Before purchasing unapproved items, franchisees should carefully consider the potential costs of testing and analysis if Byrider requires it. This process ensures brand consistency across all Byrider locations, but it also places the financial burden of compliance on the franchisee.