Who is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary licenses and permits for a Dq Treat store?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In addition to laws and regulations that apply to businesses generally, DQ® Treat stores are subject to various federal, state and local government regulations, including those relating to site location and building construction; privacy and data security; food and menu labeling; storage, preparation and sale of food and beverage products including packaging and certain ingredient restrictions (e.g., those relating to trans fat); dairy and meat products; and health, sanitation and safety. ADQ strongly encourages you to investigate these regulations and other laws that may be applicable to your business before you purchase the franchise. It is your sole responsibility to abide by any applicable laws and regulations, and to obtain and keep in place all necessary licenses and permits.
Source: Item 1 — The Franchisor, and any Parents, Predecessors, and Affiliates (FDD pages 9–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Dq Treat Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary licenses and permits for their stores. This includes abiding by all applicable federal, state, and local government regulations. These regulations pertain to various aspects of the business, such as site location, building construction, privacy and data security, food and menu labeling, storage, preparation, and sale of food and beverage products, dairy and meat products, and health, sanitation, and safety.
This means that prospective Dq Treat franchisees must conduct thorough due diligence to understand all the legal and regulatory requirements for operating a Dq Treat store in their chosen location. This involves researching and complying with regulations related to food safety, building codes, and any other relevant laws. Failure to obtain and maintain the necessary licenses and permits can result in fines, penalties, or even the closure of the business.
Dq Treat strongly encourages prospective franchisees to investigate these regulations and other laws before purchasing the franchise. This proactive approach is essential to ensure compliance and avoid potential legal issues. It is common practice in the franchise industry for franchisees to bear the responsibility of securing and maintaining all required licenses and permits, as they are the ones directly operating the business at the local level. Therefore, a prospective franchisee should consult with legal and regulatory experts to ensure they fully understand and can meet all requirements.