Who determines the 'Assigned Area' for Deer Solution Businesses?

According to the 2025 Deer Solution Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor exclusively determines the Assigned Areas for Deer Solution businesses. An 'Assigned Area' is defined as the operating area, designated area, and/or territory of current and future Deer Solution businesses, excluding the Operating Territory of the franchisee's own Deer Solution Business.

This means that Deer Solution retains control over where other franchises can operate, which can impact a franchisee's business. While a franchisee is granted an exclusive operating territory, Deer Solution has the authority to designate areas around it to other franchisees.

This clause protects Deer Solution's ability to expand and manage its franchise network. However, it also means that a franchisee's business could be affected by the placement of other Deer Solution franchises nearby. Prospective franchisees should consider this when evaluating the potential market and competition in their area.