What is the scope of Fly To Fit Franchise's authority to vary System Standards?

According to Fly To Fit's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fly To Fit has the authority to vary or waive any System Standard for individual franchises. This discretion is based on specific factors related to the franchise's location and operational environment. These factors include the peculiarities of the site, specific circumstances, population density, business potential, the population of the trade area, existing business practices, and applicable laws or regulations. Any other condition relevant to the performance of a franchise or group of franchises can also be considered.

This clause provides Fly To Fit with considerable flexibility in adapting the System Standards to suit the unique conditions of each franchise. However, it also states that a franchisee is not automatically entitled to the same variation or waiver granted to another franchisee. This means that even if one Fly To Fit franchise receives a special exception, another franchisee cannot assume they will receive the same treatment.

For a prospective Fly To Fit franchisee, this highlights the importance of understanding that System Standards are not necessarily uniform across all locations. While the core brand and operational model remain consistent, Fly To Fit can make adjustments based on local conditions. It also underscores the need for franchisees to make their case for any desired variations based on their specific circumstances, without assuming that precedents set elsewhere will automatically apply to them. Franchisees should discuss potential needs for variation with Fly To Fit during due diligence to understand the likelihood of obtaining such variances.