Besides meeting the requirements outlined in the City Wide Franchise Agreement Addendum, what other eligibility requirements must an applicant franchisee meet?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
2.2.6 Franchisee's operation of the Franchised Business must be in full compliance with the standards, specifications, requirements, instructions set forth in this Agreement and in the Operating Manual of CITY WIDE.
2.2.8 Franchisee must have satisfied all monetary obligations Franchisee owes to CITY WIDE and its subsidiaries and affiliates and timely met such obligations throughout the respective Term.
2.2.11 Franchisees must comply with CITY WIDE's then-current criteria for operating a Franchised Business, including CITY WIDE's then-current franchisee qualification and training requirements.
4.6 Standards of Quality.
Franchisee will continually maintain the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, appearance, and service provided by the System, thereby maintaining the public image and reputation of the System and the demand for the products and services provided under this Agreement, and to that end:
- 7.12 Full Compliance.
Franchisee will secure and maintain in force all required licenses, permits and certificates relating to the operation of the Franchised Business and will operate the Franchised Business in full compliance with all applicable ordinances and regulations, including without limitation, all government laws and regulations relating to occupational hazards and health, EEOC laws, Americans with Disabilities Act, copyright laws protecting owners of musical works, consumer protection, trade regulations, workers compensation, unemployment insurance and withholding, and payment of federal and state income taxes, social security taxes and sales, use and property taxes.
- 7.13 High Moral and Ethical Standard.
Franchisee acknowledges and agrees there exists a direct correlation between sales staffing and the financial success of a Franchised Business. Accordingly, Franchisee is required to meet the minimum staffing levels as set forth in the Operating Manual.
7.16 Promotions. Franchisee will use only business stationery, business cards, marketing materials, advertising materials, printed materials, and forms which have been supplied by a supplier designated or approved by CITY WIDE pursuant to Section 7.9 of this Agreement and which meet all standards of quality and other specifications of CITY WIDE.
7.18 Marketing Efforts.
Franchisee will at all times actively promote the sale of System products and services at the Location and will use Franchisee's primary and best efforts to cultivate, develop, and expand the market for such products and services.
Franchisee must participate in and cooperate in any marketing or promotional campaigns conducted by CITY WIDE unless Franchisee obtains prior written approval from CITY WIDE to opt out of any such campaign.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must meet several eligibility requirements beyond those in the Franchise Agreement Addendum. These requirements cover various aspects of compliance, standards, and obligations to City Wide.
First, franchisees must adhere to City Wide's operational standards, specifications, and instructions as detailed in both the Franchise Agreement and the Operating Manual. This ensures consistency and quality across all franchised businesses. Franchisees must also maintain the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, appearance, and service to uphold the public image and reputation of the City Wide system.
In addition, franchisees must meet all monetary obligations to City Wide and its affiliates in a timely manner. They must also comply with City Wide's criteria for operating a franchised business, including qualification and training requirements. Furthermore, franchisees need to secure and maintain all required licenses, permits, and certificates necessary for operating the franchised business, and operate in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Franchisees are also expected to maintain high moral and ethical standards in their business operations.
Finally, franchisees must comply with minimum staffing levels as outlined in the Operating Manual, as City Wide recognizes a direct correlation between staffing and financial success. They must also use only approved business stationery, marketing materials, and advertising materials that meet City Wide's standards. Franchisees are required to actively promote the sale of City Wide's products and services and participate in marketing campaigns, unless they receive prior written approval to opt out. These comprehensive requirements ensure that franchisees operate their businesses in a manner that aligns with City Wide's standards and promotes the overall success of the franchise system.