we live in oklahoma, we bought two parcels of property with county road frontage, the property is located with in a poa, the deed to our property is in our name and was filed at the local court house, we obtained the proper county and state business license and opened a bait and tackle shop, we have sense then add a few snacks, sodas and some grocerys, the poa has informed us they would not allow us to carry any thing but bait and tackle? the county has no problem with use adding these things, we did not sighn any agreement or contract with the poa, so my question is can the poa legally stop use from selling food in our store?
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As a Franchise Attorney I can say the following. The answer depends on what terms and conditions you agreed to with the property owners association. You need to obtain all relevant poa documents and consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.
Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation
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As a follow up to my last answer, here's something you can do that may expedite things. Ask your property owners association what term or condition you are violating by adding snacks, sodas, etc. Then ask them to put this in writing and provide supporting poa documents. You will then be in a good position to Consult with a business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.
Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation
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