What is the definition of 'Applicable Law' in the context of operating a Camp Margaritaville franchise?
Camp_Margaritaville Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must comply with a number of federal, state, and local laws that apply generally to establishing and operating RV resort businesses. The laws involve, among other things, zoning and construction, public accommodations, accessibility by persons with disabilities, health and safety, and labor. Many laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. You must learn about and comply with all applicable laws ("Applicable Law"). Examples of Applicable Law include, but are not limited to:
Health & Sanitation. Most states have regulations or statutes governing the lodging business and related services. Many state and local authorities require lodging businesses to obtain licenses to assure compliance with health and sanitation codes. Health-related laws may affect the use of linens, towels and glassware, among other things.
Alcoholic Beverages. Alcoholic beverage service in a Camp Margaritaville Resort is subject to extensive regulations and licensing governing virtually all aspects of the beverage service.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 9–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Camp Margaritaville's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to all applicable laws when establishing and operating their RV resort business. These laws encompass a wide range of areas, including zoning and construction, public accommodations, accessibility for individuals with disabilities, health and safety regulations, and labor laws. The specific requirements can vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction. Therefore, it is the franchisee's responsibility to understand and comply with all relevant laws.
Examples of Applicable Law provided in the FDD include health and sanitation regulations, which often involve licensing requirements and compliance with health codes related to lodging businesses and related services. These regulations can impact the use of items such as linens, towels, and glassware. Additionally, the service of alcoholic beverages at a Camp Margaritaville Resort is subject to extensive regulations and licensing, covering virtually all aspects of beverage service.
Furthermore, lodging facilities must comply with innkeepers' laws, which may address issues such as imposing liens on guests' possessions for unpaid bills, limiting liability for guests' valuables, posting house rules and room rates, requiring guest registration and record retention, and setting limits on refusing lodging or evicting guests. Applicable Law also prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, or national origin. Some states also regulate overbooking and require finding alternative accommodations for guests with deposits. Laws and regulations may also govern non-smoking areas and guest rooms.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that public accommodations, including RV resorts, offer facilities without discriminating against individuals with disabilities. This includes providing auxiliary aids and services, removing barriers to mobility and communication, and ensuring new facilities are readily accessible. Many states and municipalities have their own laws and regulations addressing disability discrimination, access requirements, building modifications, and building codes.