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Besides the Franchisee's Designated Territory, what other geographic areas are considered when determining territory restrictions for a Mr. Sandless franchise?

Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

You may not offer or sell any products or services offered by the Business to customers located outside of the Designated Territory. However, you may offer or sell products or services to customers located outside of and adjacent to your Designated Territory if the customer is located in an area that is not serviced by another System franchisee, and you have received prior written approval from us, which approval may be granted or denied at our sole discretion.

with the Franchise and for a continuous uninterrupted period commencing upon the cessation or termination

of my position with Franchisee, regardless of the cause for termination, and continuing for two (2) years thereafter, either directly or indirectly, for myself, or through, on behalf of, or in conjunction with any person, persons, partnership, or corporation, own, maintain, operate, engage in, act as a consultant for, perform services for, or have any interest in any business offering wood floor refinishing, wood free care, wood floor cleaning, and floor maintenance, outdoor wood refinishing, wood care, wood cleaning, wood maintenance, concrete cleaning and sealing, and other forms of outdoor refinishing, cleaning and maintenance, or any selling any product or products which are the same as, or substantially similar to, any of the products or services offered by a Mr. Sandless Business, except at a Mr. Sandless Business, which is or is intended to be, located within:

  • 7.1 the Franchisee's Designated Territory as defined in the Franchise Agreement;
  • 7.2 Fifty (50) miles of Franchisee's Designated Territory; or
  • 7.3 Fifty (50) miles of any Business operating under the System and the Proprietary Marks.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 42)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Mr. Sandless Franchise Disclosure Document, there are a few geographic considerations outside of a franchisee's designated territory.

First, a Mr. Sandless franchisee may offer or sell products or services to customers located outside of and adjacent to their Designated Territory if the customer is located in an area that is not serviced by another System franchisee, and the franchisee has received prior written approval from Mr. Sandless.

Second, a former employee or agent of the Mr. Sandless franchisee is restricted from engaging in a similar business within fifty (50) miles of the franchisee's Designated Territory, or fifty (50) miles of any Business operating under the Mr. Sandless system and Proprietary Marks. This restriction applies for a period of two years after termination of their position with the franchisee.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.