What criteria does City Wide use to approve the permits and certifications furnished by the franchisee?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall apply to all appropriate government authority for such permits, licenses and/or approvals which may be required to operate Franchisee's Franchised Business within the Designated Territory for Franchisee's Franchised Business within fourteen (14) calendar days after execution and acceptance of this Agreement.
Such permits, licenses, and/or approvals may include, but not be limited to, a general contractor's license.
Prior to the opening of the Franchised Business, Franchisee will have complied with all CITY WIDE's pre-opening standards and specifications.
If for any reason Franchisee fails to commence operation as provided in this Agreement, such failure will be considered a default and CITY WIDE may terminate this Agreement.
- 7.2 Permits and Certification.
Before commencing operation of the Franchised Business, Franchisee will, at Franchisee's expense, furnish CITY WIDE, for its approval, the following:
- 7.2.1 Copies of all permits and certifications as may be required for the lawful operation of the Franchised Business, together with copies of any building inspection reports and certifications from all governmental authorities having jurisdiction over the Designated Territory and the Franchised Business showing that all necessary permits have been obtained and that all requirements for operation have been met.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, before commencing operation of the Franchised Business, the franchisee must furnish City Wide with copies of all required permits and certifications for lawful operation. These documents must also include copies of any building inspection reports and certifications from governmental authorities within the Designated Territory. These documents must demonstrate that all necessary permits have been obtained and that all operational requirements have been met.
In practical terms, this means a prospective City Wide franchisee needs to gather all necessary permits, licenses, and certifications required to legally operate their specific City Wide franchise within their designated territory. This may include a general contractor's license, among other things. The franchisee is responsible for covering all expenses associated with obtaining these documents.
City Wide's approval process ensures that each franchise location meets the necessary legal and regulatory standards before opening. This protects both the franchisee and the City Wide brand by ensuring compliance and minimizing potential legal issues. The franchisee must submit these documents to City Wide for approval before opening their business.
The FDD states that the franchisee must apply to all appropriate government authorities for the necessary permits, licenses, and approvals within fourteen calendar days after the execution and acceptance of the franchise agreement. The franchisee must also commence operation of the franchised business no later than one hundred twenty calendar days after the execution and acceptance of the agreement. Failure to meet these deadlines may result in the termination of the agreement.