Are Itan franchisees required to operate their Salon in compliance with all applicable Laws?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must, at your sole expense, re-image, remodel, renovate, refurbish, and modernize the Premises to comply with all standards and specifications in the Manual, including, without limitation, our required design and layout, construction materials, furniture, fixtures and equipment, interior and exterior signage and trade dress.
You must hire a licensed and bonded architect to prepare your construction plans to convert your Premises to an iTAN Salon.
Your architect must ensure the construction plans: (a) incorporate the required minimum modifications and improvements set forth in Attachment C to this Addendum; (b) satisfy all required standards and specifications in the Manual; and (c) comply with all Laws (including the Americans with
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 44–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must ensure their construction plans comply with all applicable laws when converting their premises to an Itan Salon. Specifically, when remodeling, renovating, refurbishing, and modernizing the premises, the franchisee must hire a licensed and bonded architect to prepare construction plans. These plans must incorporate minimum modifications and improvements, satisfy standards in the Manual, and comply with all Laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This requirement ensures that Itan salons meet all legal requirements for construction and operation. The FDD defines "Law" as encompassing all laws, judgments, decrees, orders, rules, regulations, ordinances, advisory opinions, or official legal interpretations of any Governmental Authority. This broad definition means franchisees must adhere to a wide range of legal standards at the federal, state, and local levels.
The franchisee bears the expense of ensuring compliance with these laws during the conversion process. This includes the cost of hiring a qualified architect and any modifications needed to meet legal requirements. Failure to comply with these laws could result in delays in opening the salon, fines, or other legal repercussions.
Itan's requirement for legal compliance during construction is standard practice in franchising, as it protects both the franchisee and franchisor from potential legal liabilities. Prospective franchisees should carefully review all applicable laws and regulations in their area and factor in the potential costs of compliance when evaluating the Itan franchise opportunity.