Are My Salon Suite franchisees required to adhere to local regulations regarding the construction and maintenance of the franchised business site?
My_Salon_Suite Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must obtain all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals to operate your Franchised Business. You must comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations that apply to any business. Many states and local jurisdictions have enacted laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances which may apply to the operation of your Franchised Business, including those which: (a) establish general standards, specifications, and requirements for the construction, design, and maintenance of the Franchised Business site and premises; (b) regulate matters affecting the health, safety, and welfare of your customers, such as general health and sanitation requirements, restrictions on smoking and exposure to tobacco smoke or other carcinogens, availability of and requirements for public accommodations, including restroom facilities and public access; (c) set standards pertaining to employee health and safety; (d) regulate matters affecting requirements for accommodations for disabled persons; (e) set standards and requirements for fire safety and general emergency preparedness; and (f) set standards and regulations regarding the licenses, certificates, and permits necessary to lease/sublease commercial spaces and/or the operation of a salon (hair, nail, massage, or other beauty-related services).
You alone are responsible for investigating, understanding, and complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and requirements applicable to you and your Franchised Business, including those related to the rental of any space by your Franchised Business at your Approved Location, and those related to the establishment and operation of a salon generally, despite any advice or information that we may give you. You should consult with a legal advisor about whether these and/or other requirements apply to your Franchised Business. Failure to comply with laws and regulations is a material breach of the Franchise Agreement.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 9–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to My Salon Suite's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for adhering to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations applicable to their business. This includes obtaining all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals to operate the franchised business. Franchisees must comply with regulations concerning the construction, design, and maintenance of the franchised business site and premises.
These regulations also extend to matters affecting customer health, safety, and welfare, such as sanitation requirements, restrictions on smoking, accommodations for disabled persons, and fire safety. Additionally, franchisees must meet standards pertaining to employee health and safety, as well as regulations regarding licenses, certificates, and permits necessary for leasing commercial spaces and operating a salon.
The FDD emphasizes that franchisees are solely responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable laws and regulations, even if the franchisor provides advice or information. It is recommended that franchisees consult with a legal advisor to ensure compliance. Failure to comply with these laws and regulations constitutes a material breach of the Franchise Agreement.
This requirement ensures that My Salon Suite businesses operate safely and legally, protecting both customers and employees. It also highlights the importance of due diligence on the franchisee's part to understand and meet all local requirements, as non-compliance can have serious consequences.