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Does Casiola require written approval of the location of the franchisee's administrative office?

Casiola Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

3.C. FRANCHISEE'S ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

Franchisee must operate the Franchised Business from an Administrative Office that conforms to Franchisor's standards and specifications and, such other requirements as set forth in the Operations Manual. Franchisee must obtain Franchisor's written approval of the location of Franchisee's Administrative Office. Franchisee's Administrative Office must not be accessible to the public or to Franchisee's customers. If permitted by applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including, but not limited to, local zoning laws and regulations (to be independently verified by Franchisee) Franchisee may designate Franchisee's personal residence as Franchisee's Administrative Office. Otherwise, Franchisee must develop Franchisee's Administrative Office from a commercial location located within the Operating Market. If applicable, Franchisor will furnish Franchisee with Franchisor's then current preliminary plans and specifications for an Administrative Office. Franchisee shall develop, operate and manage the Franchised Business from an Administrative Office, that: (a) was identified and evaluated by Franchisee; (b) complies with the terms and conditions of this Agreement; (c) satisfies and meets Franchisor's standards and specifications; (d) is timely presented by Franchisee to Franchisor for approval as Franchisee's proposed Administrative Office; (e) is approved by Franchisor as Franchisee's Administrative Office; (f) is timely secured by Franchisee within 60 days of the Effective Date of this Agreement, as evidenced by a binding lease with a duration equal to the full Term of this Agreement; and (g) otherwise meets the terms and conditions of this Agreement and Franchisor's standards and specifications.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 47–209)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Casiola's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must secure written approval from Casiola for the location of their administrative office. The administrative office must meet Casiola's standards and specifications, as well as other requirements detailed in the Operations Manual.

The FDD specifies that the franchisee's administrative office should not be accessible to the public or customers. Subject to local laws and regulations, a franchisee may designate their personal residence as the administrative office, pending verification of compliance with zoning laws. Otherwise, the administrative office must be a commercial location within the designated Operating Market.

Casiola will provide preliminary plans and specifications for an administrative office, if applicable. Franchisees are responsible for identifying and evaluating a location that complies with the franchise agreement and meets Casiola's standards. The franchisee must secure the approved administrative office within 60 days of the agreement's effective date, as demonstrated by a binding lease for the full term of the agreement.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.