Is the Franchisee required to certify compliance with local laws for their Floyds 99 location?
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, franchisees are responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and certifications for the lawful construction and operation of their Floyds 99 shop. This includes certifications from government authorities confirming that all construction and operational requirements have been met, such as zoning, access, sign, health, and safety requirements. Franchisees must also secure 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.
To confirm compliance, franchisees must execute and deliver a Permit, License, and Construction Certification to Floyds 99, as outlined in Exhibit V of the Franchise Agreement. This certification confirms the franchisee's adherence to the Americans With Disabilities Act and other relevant provisions. This certification must be provided no later than 30 days before the barbershop begins operations.
Furthermore, franchisees are required to send a copy of their occupancy certificate to Floyds 99 and maintain copies of all health department, fire department, building department, and other similar state and local agency certifications, licenses, and reports of inspections. These documents must be kept on file and available for review by Floyds 99. Within 30 days after opening, franchisees must also provide Floyds 99 with a copy of their barbershop license or permit, if applicable, along with the contact information for the relevant state and local barbering and cosmetology licensing agencies.