In the My Salon Suite FDD, what section does the language in point 4 replace?
My_Salon_Suite Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- Section 7.E (Build-Out of Franchised Business) shall be deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
Within forty-five (45) days of Franchisee's execution of this Agreement and the Addendum, Franchisees agree to make all alterations, modifications and improvements to the Conversion Franchise premises as reasonably requested by Franchisor, which shall include, but not be limited to, replacing all signage, replacing the Existing Business's trade dress with My Salon Suite trade dress, and meeting the current standards of the System Standards. Franchisee will also replace all stationery, forms, invoices, business cards and all other written materials used in salon rental business with materials meeting our standards for such items and obtaining and replacing such equipment, computer hardware and software and other equipment (at your option), meeting our specifications and standards necessary to operate the Conversion Franchise under the System Standards; and to cancel and/or replace all forms of advertising, such as social media ads, online presence, and display ads, under the My Salon Suite name and substitute advertising approved by Franchisor using the Proprietary Marks.
Franchisee shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining all zoning classifications and clearances which may be required by the state, provincial, or local laws, ordinances, or regulations or which may be necessary or advisable as a result of any restrictive covenants relating to the Conversion Franchise's premises. Franchisee agrees to obtain and maintain all permits, licenses, and certifications required for the lawful operation of the Conversion Franchise. Franchisee will certify in writing to Franchisor that the insurance coverage specified in Section 12.T of this Agreement is in full force and effect and that all required approvals, clearances, permits, and certifications related thereto have been obtained within thirty (30) days of Franchisee's execution of this Agreement and the Addendum. Upon request, Franchisee agrees to promptly provide to us additional copies of Franchisee's insurance policies or certificates of insurance and copies of all the foregoing approvals, clearances, permits, licenses, and certifications.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 95–230)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 My Salon Suite Franchise Disclosure Document, point 4 in Item 23 replaces Section 7.E (Build-Out of Franchised Business). This section is deleted in its entirety and replaced with new language.
This change is part of an addendum related to converting an existing salon business into a My Salon Suite franchise. The replacement language outlines the franchisee's responsibilities for altering the premises to meet My Salon Suite standards. This includes replacing signage and trade dress, updating written materials, and ensuring the location meets system standards.
The franchisee is also responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary zoning classifications, clearances, permits, licenses, and certifications required for the lawful operation of the Conversion Franchise. Additionally, the franchisee must provide written certification to My Salon Suite confirming that the required insurance coverage is in effect and that all necessary approvals have been obtained.