What permits and certifications must a Face Foundrie franchisee obtain for the Facial Bar?
Face_Foundrie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(e) Franchisee shall obtain all permits and certifications required for the lawful construction and operation of the Facial Bar and shall certify in writing to Franchisor that all such permits and certifications have been obtained.
(f) Franchisee shall employ a qualified licensed general contractor who has been approved or designated by Franchisor to construct the Facial Bar and to complete all improvements, which general contractor may be Franchisor or an affiliate of Franchisor.
Franchisee shall obtain and maintain in force during the entire period of construction the insurance required under this Agreement.
- (d) Comply with all applicable laws, rules, ordinances, regulations and licensing and permitting requirements that affect or otherwise concern the Facial Bar or the Premises, including, without limitation, zoning, disability access, signage, fire and safety, sales tax registration, music licensing, health and sanitation, construction, HVAC, plumbing, environmental laws, and other data privacy regulations, guidelines and best practices.
Franchisee will be solely responsible for obtaining any and all licenses and permits required to operate the Facial Bar.
Franchisee must comply with all state and local laws and regulations regarding the staffing and management of the Facial Bar, including without limitation (i) any requirements for medical personnel supervision, ownership, oversight or involvement with the Facial Bar, and (ii) any requirements for certain services to be provided by licensed and/or credentialed individuals.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 73–74)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Face Foundrie's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and certifications for the lawful construction and operation of the Facial Bar. This includes complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), regarding the construction, design, and operation of the Facial Bar.
Specifically, the franchisee must comply with laws, rules, ordinances, regulations, and licensing and permitting requirements that affect the Facial Bar or the premises. These encompass a wide range of areas such as zoning, disability access, signage, fire and safety, sales tax registration, music licensing, health and sanitation, construction, HVAC, plumbing, environmental laws, and data privacy regulations. The franchisee is also responsible for obtaining all licenses and permits required to operate the Facial Bar, as well as complying with state and local laws regarding staffing and management, including requirements for medical personnel supervision or involvement and for certain services to be provided by licensed or credentialed individuals.
To ensure compliance, the franchisee must certify in writing to Face Foundrie that all required permits and certifications have been obtained. Furthermore, the franchisee is required to employ a qualified licensed general contractor, approved or designated by Face Foundrie, to construct the Facial Bar and complete all improvements. The franchisee must also maintain the insurance required during the entire construction period. This places a significant responsibility on the franchisee to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and ensure the Facial Bar meets all legal requirements for its construction and operation.