About Timber Pizza Company Franchise
Timber Pizza Company is a limited service restaurant franchise specializing in Neapolitan inspired woodfired pizza, empanadas, and other creative food items.
The brand brings an artisan approach to pizza making in a comfortable, casual dining environment that serves customers for dine in, pickup, and delivery.
Timber Pizza Company has been franchising since 2022 under Timber Pizza Company, LLC.
Timber Pizza Company Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$380K
Average Investment
$586K
Maximum Investment
$793K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently 2% of weekly Gross Revenue, up to 3% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $379,500 – $793,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $380K–$793K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of weekly Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Currently 2% of weekly Gross Revenue, up to 3% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Training Fee | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Your Training Expenses2 | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Lease & Utilities deposits3 | $9,000 | $14,000 |
| Facility Occupancy4 | $14,500 | $22,000 |
| Design and Architectural Fees | $18,500 | $25,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling5 | $150,000 | $400,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment6 | $82,500 | $185,000 |
| Signage7 | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits8 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Computer Systems/ POS9 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| Initial Inventory10 | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional Fees11 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising 12 | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Insurance13 | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months14 | $35,000 | $45,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | For transfers to: (i) an entity or individual that is new to the System, 70% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; (ii) an entity or individual that is already an existing owner in the System, 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; and (iii) an entity owned and controlled by the franchisee for convenience purposes without changing the majority ownership in the franchisee entity, $1,500. |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $125 per week |
| Audit Fee | Actual cost of examination plus related expenses. |
| Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising | A minimum of 2% of monthly Gross Revenue per calendar month. Minimum of $5,000 on grand opening advertising |
| Software Fee | Up to $440 per month. Subject to increase by provider |
| Advertising Cooperative | Currently 0%, subject to an increase to 1% of your monthly Gross Revenue |
| Late Charge | $50 per day |
| Interest Charge | 1.5% per month from due date, or maximum allowed by law |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $250 |
| Relocation Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Additional Training | $300 per person per day |
| Remedial Training Fee | Our then-current trainer per diem rate plus expenses. Our current per diem rate is $400 per day, plus travel and other expenses. |
| Conference Fee | Currently up to $600 per year |
| Interim Management Support Fee | The greater of 10% of Gross Revenue or $400 per day, plus travel and other expenses. |
| Evaluation Fee | Actual cost of inspection and testing of a proposed item or vendor. |
| Quality Assurance Services | Up to $250 per month. |
| Mystery Shops | Up to $250 per month. |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | Actual costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses | Our costs and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, incurred for your failure to pay amounts when due or failure to comply in any way with the Franchise Agreement. |
| Insurance | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | at least ten (10) days |
| Classroom Training | 16 |
| On-the-Job Training | 160 |
| Training Location | a Timber Pizza Company outlet in the District of Columbia operated by one of our affiliates, and/or at another affiliate-owned or franchised-owned outlet (specifically Washington DC for all listed training subjects) |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs may be offered, requiring attendance for up to ten (10) days annually at a designated location, and an annual business meeting/conference for up to three (3) days. An additional seven (7) days of training will be provided at your location during the grand opening period. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Limited protected right |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | an area with a population of 35,000 people |
| Description | The territory is located in all or a portion of a listed town, city, or county, and is identified by a group of contiguous zip codes. It is determined on an individual basis taking into account minimum numbers of households, average home prices, and household incomes. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | two (2) additional term of five (5) years each |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in full compliance with the agreement, have no more than three (3) events of default during the current term, provide written notice six months prior to term end, execute a new franchise agreement, pay a Successor Agreement Fee, have the right to occupy premises or approval to relocate, remodel the business, and comply with current qualifications and training requirements. A new agreement may have materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | 70% of the then-current initial franchise fee (for new to system); 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee (for existing owner); $1,500 (for convenience purposes without majority ownership change). |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must meet franchisor's standards for franchisees, have sufficient business experience and financial resources, complete initial training, and franchisee must have paid all amounts owed. Franchisee and transferee must sign a general release, and franchisee must indemnify franchisor for 3 years post-transfer. Franchisor's written approval of material terms is required. If franchisee finances part of the sale, their security interest must be subordinate to franchisor's obligations. Lessor's consent to lease assignment/sublet is required. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement upon franchisee default, including but not limited to: insolvency/bankruptcy, falsifying reports, ceasing operations for 5+ days, losing possession of premises, failing to restore business after casualty, failing to comply with laws/regulations (e.g., taxes), understating Gross Revenue two or more times, failing to comply with insurance/indemnification, unauthorized transfer, failure to transfer upon death/disability, misrepresentation in application, felony conviction or crime damaging goodwill, adverse judgment in fraud/racketeering/improper trade practices, concealing revenues/false books, creating public health/safety threat, refusing inspection/audit, unauthorized use of IP, non-compliance with non-compete covenants, three or more defaults during term, two or more insufficient funds checks within 12 months, or terminating the agreement without cause. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise and for 24 months after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term: Franchisee may not divert customers to competitors, participate in any competing restaurant/eatery business, or perform acts injurious to goodwill. After termination/expiration (24 months): Franchisee may not divert customers to competitors, participate in any competing restaurant/eatery business within 10 miles of the former Timber Pizza Company outlet or any other Timber Pizza Company outlet, or perform acts injurious to goodwill. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | The Franchise Agreement does not require personal supervision, but active engagement in supervising the Timber Pizza Company outlet is recommended. The outlet must be directly supervised by a general manager (who can be the franchisee or an appointed, acceptable individual) who must complete initial training, devote full time to the job, and not have an interest or business relationship with competitors. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must use designated suppliers and contractors or adhere to franchisor specifications for equipment, fixtures, furnishings, ingredients, supplies, services, and computer systems/software. The franchisor's affiliate, Timber Pizza Company, LLC, is the required supplier for all branded merchandise. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must purchase from designated suppliers or in accordance with franchisor specifications. Approval is required for unapproved items/suppliers, which may involve inspection and testing fees. The franchisor reserves the right to revoke approval of any item or supplier that does not continue to meet current standards. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We have received no revenue from required purchases by franchisees for the most recent fiscal year ending on December 31, 2021. We do not currently receive other revenue, rebates, discounts, or material consideration from suppliers, but reserve the right to do so in the future. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation on your behalf. |
Timber Pizza Company Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Timber Pizza Company does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Timber Pizza Company does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Timber Pizza Company Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordTimber Pizza Company has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Timber Pizza Company System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Timber Pizza Company currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$100K
Audited by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for year ending December 31.
Timber Pizza Company Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Timber Pizza Company franchise ranges from $379,500 to $793,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Timber Pizza Company charges a royalty fee of 6% of weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Currently 2% of weekly Gross Revenue, up to 3% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Timber Pizza Company Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Timber Pizza Company to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Timber Pizza Company does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Timber Pizza Company has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $379,500-$793,000, a 6% of weekly Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $30,000.00 and the total investment ranges from $379,500 to $793,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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