McDonald's USA - Real Estate FAQ's

Would McDonald’s be interested in my property even if it is located across from an existing McDonald’s restaurant?

Even with 13,000 restaurants in the USA and over 30,000 in the world, McDonald’s is actively expanding and relocating restaurants. Property owners or developers should contact the McDonald’s Regional Office even if your site is located across from one of our restaurant because we just might be interested.

Who makes the decisions on developing a site?

McDonald’s Corporation is a de-centralized company with the Regions, versus the franchisees, making the decisions on development. McDonald’s (with the best possible credit rating in the world) is the contracting party and we guarantee all leases.

Can a landowners become a franchisees?

Real estate decisions have no bearing on franchising decision. If you are interested in becoming a McDonald’s franchisee, check out McDonald's Franchising.

What characteristics does McDonald’s require in the available site?

• Minimum square footage for a McDonald’s site 35,000 square feet
• Corner or corner wrap with signage on two major streets
• Signalized intersection
• Ability to build up to 4,500 square feet of building at any time
• Parking to meet all applicable codes
• Ability to build a minimum height of 23'-4"