Does the Floyds 99 Franchise Agreement prohibit any specific actions related to obtaining permits, licenses, or construction certifications?
Floyds_99 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 5.8 Permits and Licenses.
The Franchisee agrees to obtain all such permits and certifications as may be required for the lawful construction and operation of the FLOYD'S 99 Shop, together with all certifications from government authorities having jurisdiction over the site, that all requirements for construction and operation have been met, including without limitation, zoning, access, sign, health, safety requirements, building and other required construction permits, licenses to do business and fictitious name registrations, sales tax permits, local barbering and cosmetology permits and ratings and fire clearances.
The Franchisee agrees to obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final lien waivers for construction, remodeling, decorating and installation of equipment at the Franchised Location.
The Franchisee shall execute and deliver to the Franchisor the Permit, License and Construction Certification, in the form attached to this Agreement as Exhibit V, to confirm the Franchisee's compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and other provisions of this Section 5.8 not later than 30 days prior to the date the Barbershop begins operating.
The Franchisee shall send a copy of its occupancy certificate to the Franchisor and keep copies of all health department, fire department, building department and other similar state and local agency and entity certifications, licenses, and reports of inspections on file and available for review by the Franchisor.
Within 30 days after the Franchisee's Barbershop opens for business, the Franchisee will deliver to the Franchisor a copy of its barbershop license or permit, if applicable.
Simultaneously, the Franchisee shall furnish the Franchisor with the address(es) and phone number for the applicable state and local barbering and cosmetology licensing agency(ies), if any.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 57–58)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Floyds 99 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement does not explicitly prohibit any specific actions related to obtaining permits, licenses, or construction certifications. However, it mandates that the franchisee is responsible for securing all necessary permits and certifications for the lawful construction and operation of the Floyds 99 shop. This includes obtaining certifications from government authorities confirming that all construction and operational requirements have been met, such as zoning, access, sign, health, and safety requirements, as well as building and other required construction permits, licenses to do business, fictitious name registrations, sales tax permits, local barbering and cosmetology permits and ratings, and fire clearances.
Furthermore, the franchisee must obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final lien waivers for construction, remodeling, decorating, and equipment installation at the franchised location. To confirm compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and other provisions related to permits, licenses, and construction, the franchisee must execute and deliver the Permit, License, and Construction Certification form to Floyds 99 no later than 30 days before the barbershop begins operating.
The franchisee is also required to provide Floyds 99 with a copy of the occupancy certificate and maintain copies of all health department, fire department, building department, and other similar state and local agency certifications, licenses, and reports of inspections on file, making them available for review by Floyds 99. Additionally, within 30 days after the barbershop opens, the franchisee must deliver a copy of the barbershop license or permit to Floyds 99, if applicable, along with the addresses and phone numbers for the relevant state and local barbering and cosmetology licensing agencies.
In summary, while the Franchise Agreement doesn't list prohibited actions, it places a strong emphasis on the franchisee's responsibility to proactively obtain and maintain all necessary documentation and certifications, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for the Floyds 99 shop. Failure to comply with these requirements could result in a breach of the Franchise Agreement.