Does My Salon Suite reserve the right to modify a Non-Standard Territory?

According to My Salon Suite's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the size of a franchisee's protected territory may vary based on location and demographics. While a typical protected territory is a 2-mile radius from the front door, My Salon Suite may adjust these boundaries before a lease is signed, potentially resulting in a territory larger or smaller than the standard. These boundaries may be described using zip codes, streets, landmarks, or state/county lines. In densely populated metropolitan areas or sparsely populated rural areas, the territory may be considerably smaller or larger, and is referred to as a "Nonstandard Territory."

My Salon Suite explicitly reserves the right to modify a Non-Standard Territory. This means that for locations that deviate significantly from the typical 2-mile radius due to population density or other factors, My Salon Suite retains the authority to change the territory's size or shape. This is an important consideration for prospective franchisees, as it introduces an element of uncertainty regarding the stability of their protected territory, especially in non-standard locations.

This reservation of rights gives My Salon Suite flexibility in managing its franchise network and responding to changing market conditions. However, it also means that a franchisee's protected territory is not guaranteed to remain constant throughout the term of the franchise agreement. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider the potential implications of this clause, particularly if they are considering a location in a densely populated or sparsely populated area where a Non-Standard Territory is more likely.