When must a City Wide franchisee apply for the necessary permits, licenses, and approvals to operate their business?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
and rules. Franchisee's failure to comply with requirements set forth in this Agreement concerning quality and performance will constitute a material breach of and cause for termination of this Agreement. Franchisee will comply with the entire System including, but not limited to:
- 7.1 Commencing Operations. Franchisee will commence operation of the Franchised Business not later than one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the execution and acceptance of this Agreement. 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.
- 7.3 Condition and Appearance of Office; Right of Inspection. Franchisee will maintain the condition and appearance of the Office of the Franchised Business consistent with CITY WIDE standards, as set forth in the Operating Manual and otherwise in writing.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must apply to all appropriate government authorities for the necessary permits, licenses, and approvals to operate their City Wide franchise within fourteen calendar days after the execution and acceptance of the Franchise Agreement. These permits, licenses, and approvals may include a general contractor's license.
Before commencing operation of the franchised business, the franchisee must furnish City Wide with copies of all permits and certifications required for the lawful operation of the business. This includes copies of any building inspection reports and certifications from all governmental authorities having jurisdiction over the designated territory, demonstrating that all necessary permits have been obtained and that all requirements for operation have been met. These documents must be provided to City Wide for its approval, at the franchisee's expense.
Furthermore, the franchisee is responsible for securing and maintaining all required licenses, permits, and certificates related to the operation of the franchised business. They must operate the business in full compliance with all applicable ordinances and regulations, including laws and regulations related to occupational hazards and health, EEOC laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, copyright laws, consumer protection, trade regulations, workers compensation, unemployment insurance, and the payment of federal and state income taxes, social security taxes, and sales, use, and property taxes. The franchisee must also furnish City Wide with a copy of the receipt for the payment of all use taxes, personal property taxes, and like taxes or assessments applicable to equipment within 120 days after receiving the equipment.