What happens if the lease for an Angry Chickz location obligates the franchisor in any manner?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must submit your proposed lease to us for review and provide a fully signed copy. Your lease must not (a) obligate us in any manner, (b) contain any provision inconsistent with your Franchise Agreement, or (c) contain a non-competition covenant which restricts us or our affiliates. In addition, your lease must provide for a term at least as long as the term of your Franchise Agreement and must include the lease addendum attached to the Franchise Agreement as Exhibit D.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 18–23)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's lease agreement must not obligate Angry Chickz in any manner. The FDD states that when securing a location, the franchisee must submit the proposed lease to Angry Chickz for review and provide a fully signed copy.
Specifically, the lease must not (a) obligate Angry Chickz in any manner, (b) contain any provision inconsistent with the Franchise Agreement, or (c) contain a non-competition covenant which restricts Angry Chickz or its affiliates. Additionally, the lease term must be at least as long as the term of the Franchise Agreement and include the lease addendum attached to the Franchise Agreement as Exhibit D.
This provision protects Angry Chickz from potential liabilities or restrictions arising from the franchisee's lease agreement. It ensures that the lease terms align with the Franchise Agreement and do not create conflicts or place undue burdens on Angry Chickz. The franchisee bears the responsibility of ensuring the lease meets these requirements, and Angry Chickz retains the right to reject a lease that does not comply.