In the event of a conflict between the lease terms and the addendum terms for an Alloy franchise, which terms govern?
Alloy Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WASHINGTON ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT, THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, AND ALL RELATED AGREEMENTS
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
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- Conflict of Laws. In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW will prevail.
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- Franchisee Bill of Rights. RCW 19.100.180 may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor, including in the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
There may also be court decisions that supersede the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor.
Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 69–245)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Alloy Franchise Disclosure Document, if an Alloy franchise is established in Washington, the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act will take precedence in the event of conflicting laws.
Specifically, the addendum states that its provisions are an integral part of and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements, regardless of any conflicting information contained within. This applies if the franchise offer is accepted in Washington, the purchaser resides in Washington, or the franchised business is located or operated in Washington.
Furthermore, RCW 19.100.180, also known as the Franchisee Bill of Rights, may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning the franchisee's relationship with Alloy, particularly in areas such as termination and renewal. Court decisions may also override the franchise agreement or related agreements regarding the franchisee's relationship with Alloy. Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.