What happens if the state of repair, appearance, cleanliness, or functionality of an Angry Chickz Franchised Business does not meet the Company's standards?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
n the condition and appearance of the Franchised Business that meets Company's standards and operation consistent with the image of Restaurants as attractive, clean, and efficiently operated, offering high quality goods and services, courteous service, and pleasant ambiance. If at any time in Company's reasonable judgment, the state of repair, appearance, cleanliness or functionality of Franchised Business (including the Premises and non-Franchised Business portion of the Premises and parking areas) or its FFE, décor and trade dress fail to meet the Standards, Company shall provide written notice to Franchisee. Franchisee shall promptly upon receipt of notice correct such deficiencies, that may include replacing worn out or obsolete FFE, signage, décor and trade dress; repairing and repainting the interior and exterior of the Franchised Business, the Premises and appurtenant parking areas (if any); and modifying the décor and layout of the Franchised Business to implement changes in required Standards; all within the time period(s) prescribed by Company. Without limiting the foregoing, Franchisee shall immediately abate, replace, and remove any graffiti in or about the Premises.
- 5.5.2 In addition to Franchisee's obligations under Section 5.5.1, but not more frequently than once every five (5) years during the Term, and as a condition to Franchisee's exercising its Successor Agreement Right, Company may require Franchisee, at Franchisee's sole cost and expense, to refurbish, remodel and improve the Franchised Business to conform to the then-current Standards for new Restaurants. Such remodeling may include structural changes to the Franchised Business and replacement or modification of FFE, décor, and trade dress as well as such other changes as Company may direct.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, if the state of repair, appearance, cleanliness, or functionality of a franchised business does not meet Angry Chickz's standards, the franchisee will receive written notice of the deficiencies. The franchisee is then required to promptly correct these deficiencies. These corrections may include replacing worn-out or obsolete fixtures, signage, decor, and trade dress. Additionally, the franchisee may need to repair and repaint the interior and exterior of the franchised business, including the premises and parking areas, and modify the decor and layout to comply with current standards, all within a timeframe specified by Angry Chickz. The franchisee is also obligated to immediately remove any graffiti on the premises.
Angry Chickz also conducts inspections to ensure compliance with its standards. If an inspection reveals any deficiencies, the franchisee will be notified in writing and must promptly correct them, potentially including temporarily closing the business. If a re-inspection is required to confirm that the deficiencies have been rectified, the franchisee will be charged $500 per re-inspection, in addition to Angry Chickz's out-of-pocket expenses, including travel expenses.
These requirements ensure that all Angry Chickz locations maintain a consistent brand image and quality, which is typical in franchising. Franchisees should be prepared to invest in ongoing maintenance and periodic remodels to meet these standards. The financial burden of these corrections and the potential for re-inspection fees should be considered when evaluating the franchise opportunity.