What is the franchisee's obligation regarding the lease rider for Traditional 7 Brew Stores?

According to 7 Brew's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are solely responsible for all lease matters related to their Traditional 7 Brew Stores. 7 Brew will not be involved in reviewing, negotiating, approving, or accepting any lease the franchisee signs. However, 7 Brew requires that the site's lease must incorporate the terms of 7 Brew's then-current Lease Rider for Traditional 7 Brew Stores.

To ensure compliance, the franchisee must send 7 Brew a fully-signed copy of each site's lease within ten (10) days after 7 Brew requests it. The lease rider includes specific language that must be included in the lease, either directly or via an addendum signed by both the tenant and the landlord. This language stipulates that the premises will only be used to operate a 7 Brew store during the term of the franchise agreement.

Additionally, the lease rider mandates that the landlord send copies of all default notices and notices of intent to terminate the lease or evict the tenant to 7 Brew simultaneously with sending them to the franchisee. These notices must be sent to Brew Culture Franchise, LLC at their Fayetteville, Arkansas headquarters, addressed to the Legal Department. This provision ensures that 7 Brew is informed of any potential issues with the lease and can take appropriate action to protect its interests.