Are Gokhale Method franchisees required to ensure their space complies with local building codes?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Although you are not required to purchase or lease real estate, and we anticipate that you will rent space from a third party on an hourly, daily, weekly or monthly basis, we reserve the right to prescribe standards for the location where you will conduct classes. Presently, for private students, room dimensions should be at least 10 by 10 feet; for groups of four or less, 10 by 16 feet; and for 5 to 8 students, 14 by 20 feet. Space should be in compliance with local building codes; with federal, state and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act; with local zoning and land use regulations for conducting Gokhale Method classes; and have access to rest rooms.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 15–17)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Gokhale Method's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to ensure that the space where they conduct classes complies with local building codes. While franchisees are not required to purchase or lease real estate and are expected to rent space on an hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly basis, Gokhale Method reserves the right to set standards for the location.
The space used for Gokhale Method classes must comply with local building codes, federal, state, and local laws (including the Americans with Disabilities Act), and local zoning and land use regulations for conducting Gokhale Method classes. Additionally, the space must have access to restrooms. For private students, the room dimensions should be at least 10 by 10 feet; for groups of four or less, 10 by 16 feet; and for 5 to 8 students, 14 by 20 feet.
This requirement ensures that the Gokhale Method classes are conducted in a safe and legally compliant environment. Prospective franchisees should verify that any space they intend to use meets these requirements before conducting classes. This may involve consulting with local authorities or building inspectors to confirm compliance.