What laws must a Circle K licensee become informed about and comply with?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- Duties and Obligations of Licensee. At all times during the Term and at Licensee's sole cost and expense, Licensee shall conduct its business operations according to the minimum standards set forth below, which minimum standards are designed to promote the continuing good reputation of TMC, the Proprietary Marks, and all other TMC-branded licensees.
- (a) Petroleum Products – Licensee shall ensure that no adulteration, mislabeling or misbranding of any Product occurs at the Premises and that such Products conform to TMC's quality standards and requirements.
- (b) Compliance With Laws Licensee shall become informed about and comply with all local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and ordinances related to the storage of Products and the offer and sale of Products at the Premises, including all environmental protection laws, statutes, regulations and ordinances and underground storage tank compliance requirements. Licensee shall become informed about and comply with all applicable local, state and federal requirements related to the generation, handling, transportation, treatment, storage and/or disposal of solid or hazardous wastes. Licensee also shall implement appropriate recycling, waste management and waste minimization practices and procedures as necessary to remain in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental protection and compliance requirements.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 100–359)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a licensee must become informed about and comply with all local, state, and federal laws, statutes, regulations, and ordinances related to the storage and sale of products at the premises. This includes all environmental protection laws, statutes, regulations, ordinances, and underground storage tank compliance requirements.
Furthermore, the licensee must become informed about and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements related to the generation, handling, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of solid or hazardous wastes. The licensee is also responsible for implementing appropriate recycling, waste management, and waste minimization practices and procedures to remain in compliance with all applicable environmental protection and compliance requirements.
This requirement ensures that Circle K licensees operate their businesses in a manner that is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly those related to environmental protection and the safe handling of products and waste. Failure to comply with these laws could result in fines, penalties, and legal action against the licensee, as well as damage to the reputation of the Circle K brand. Prospective franchisees should carefully review all applicable laws and regulations and consult with legal counsel to ensure they fully understand their obligations.