Does Fitstop accept responsibility for ensuring the suitability of the premises for conducting the Fitstop franchise?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 9.2.2 We accept no responsibility for the suitability of the Premises for the conduct of the Franchise.
- 9.2.3 If the Premises is not at the date of this Agreement already in use as one of our franchises, then you must not conduct the Franchised Business from the Premises until: (1) we have confirmed in writing that the Premises has been erected or converted and improved with equipment and furnishings to our reasonable specification; and (2) you have obtained all consents necessary for the conduct of the Franchised Business from the Premises.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop does not accept responsibility for the suitability of the premises for conducting the franchise. The document states that it is the franchisee's responsibility to locate and secure a suitable premises within a designated territory, and Fitstop's approval is required.
While Fitstop does not take responsibility for suitability, the franchisee must still adhere to Fitstop's specifications when erecting or converting the premises. The franchisee cannot conduct business until Fitstop confirms in writing that the premises meet their standards. Additionally, the franchisee needs to obtain all necessary consents for operating the Fitstop business from the premises.
These stipulations mean that while Fitstop does not ensure suitability, they maintain control over the standards and specifications of the premises. The franchisee bears the responsibility of finding a location, but Fitstop has the final say on whether the location and its setup align with their brand standards. This is a common arrangement in franchising, where the franchisee typically handles site selection while the franchisor sets brand and operational guidelines.