Does the Floyds 99 Franchise Agreement specify any ongoing obligations for maintaining permits, licenses, and construction certifications throughout the term of the agreement?
Floyds_99 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ight to charge a fee for creating and distributing proprietary in-shop music. The Franchisor also reserves the right to require the Franchisee to provide the Franchisor with reasonable access to information and data regarding the FLOYD'S 99 Shop by computer modem, Internet connection or by other means.
- 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.
- 5.9 Commencement of Operations. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the Franchisor and the Franchisee, the Franchisee has fifteen months from the date of this Agreement within which to: (1) secure all necessary financing for the Barbershop; (2) complete the initial training program described in Section 6.1 of this Agreement; (3) select, purchase or lease and build-out the Franchised Location (Franchisee has 270 days to locate an acceptable site and sign a lease on terms acceptable to the Franchisor); (4) purchase
or lease and have installed such décor, furniture, equipment, fixtures, signs, point-of-sale system and software as meets the standards and specifications of the Franchisor; (5) purchase an opening inventory of products and supplies; (6) obtain and provide evidence of insurance as described in Section 22.1 below; (7) hire licensed and qualified employees; and (8) commence operation of the FLOYD'S 99 Shop. The Franchisor will extend the time in which the Franchisee has to commence operations for a reasonable period of time if factors beyond the Franchisee's reasonable control prevent the Franchisee from meeting this development schedule, so long as the Franchisee has made reasonable and continuing efforts to comply with such development obligations and the Franchisee requests, in writing, an extension of time in which to have its FLOYD'S 99 Shop established before such development period lapses. The Franchisee shall obtain the Franchisor's approval prior to opening the Barbershop for business.
6. TRAINING
- 6.1 Initial Training Program.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 57–58)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Floyds 99 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees have several ongoing obligations related to permits, licenses, and certifications. Floyds 99 franchisees must operate their barbershops in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances, including barbering and cosmetology regulations, health and public safety orders, licensing laws, and other relevant orders. Franchisees are solely responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses to conduct business at their Floyds 99 shop. They must also provide copies of all barbering and cosmetology licenses held by themselves and their employees to Floyds 99 upon request.
Furthermore, franchisees are required to maintain their Floyds 99 shop in compliance with the standards and specifications outlined in the Operations Manual, which may be modified by Floyds 99 from time to time. This includes adhering to all current standards and specifications for the shop throughout the term of the Franchise Agreement. Floyds 99 has the right to inspect the franchised location to ensure compliance with these standards and specifications.
In addition to general compliance, franchisees must keep copies of all health department, fire department, building department, and other similar state and local agency certifications, licenses, and reports of inspections on file and available for review by Floyds 99. This ensures that the franchisee maintains all necessary documentation to prove ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements. These requirements ensure that Floyds 99 franchisees maintain the necessary permits and licenses to legally operate their business and adhere to Floyds 99's standards.