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During the entire term of the Apricot Lane franchise agreement, what must the franchisee comply with to be eligible for renewal?

Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

ist or have been fulfilled, it being understood that failing to fulfill any one of these conditions either by the

expiration of this Agreement or by the deadline imposed below, if earlier, is grounds for denying renewal of the franchise:

    1. FRANCHISEE has, during the entire term of this Agreement, and any subsequent renewals, complied with all provisions of the applicable franchise agreement and all other agreements with FRANCHISOR and/or its affiliates;
    1. FRANCHISEE has given notice of renewal to FRANCHISOR at least nine (9) months, but no sooner than twelve (12) months prior to expiration of initial term of this Agreement;
    1. FRANCHISEE maintains possession of the Premises by timely exercising any renewal option in the manner and by the date required under the lease, or if there is no renewal option under the lease, by entering into a new lease with the lessor for the Premises that shall include the lease clauses required under Section 4.C of this Agreement. If there is no renewal option and FRANCHISEE cannot through reasonable efforts secure the right to maintain possession of the Premises under a new lease, or if FRANCHISOR notifies FRANCHISEE no later than twelve (12) months before expiration of the term that in its judgment the Franchised Business should be relocated, FRANCHISEE must secure substitute premises approved by FRANCHISOR, in its sole discretion, under a lease that includes the lease clauses required under Section 4.C of this Agreement. It is fully understood by FRANCHISEE that FRANCHISEE is solely responsible for timely commencing and sustaining efforts needed to either maintain possession of the Premises or to secure substitute premises before expiration of the term and that FRANCHISEE must keep FRANCHISOR fully and timely informed of all such matters;
    1. FRANCHISEE, at the time of giving its notice of renewal of the franchise, also presents evidence satisfactory to FRANCHISOR that FRANCHISEE has exercised the renewal option under the lease for the Premises or has otherwise secured the right to remain in possession of the Premises for the duration of any renewal term; or if at the time for giving such notice, FRANCHISEE has no renewal option or cannot yet exercise it under the terms of the lease or has otherwise not secured the right to remain in possession of the Premises during the renewal term, FRANCHISEE provides full disclosure to FRANCHISOR concerning FRANCHISEE's plans regarding maintaining possession of the Premises or securing substitute Premises and provides copies to FRANCHISOR of all communications and notices given to or received from landlords in relation to the above, as well as any and all communications with any other parties regarding the Premises and/or the lease, and continues to keep the FRANCHISOR timely apprised of the status of the lease and/or Premises.
    1. Before expiration of the term, FRANCHISEE has secured the right to remain in possession of the Premises during the renewal term or has secured substitute Premises as provided above for the renewal term and has brought the Franchised Business and the Premises into full compliance with the specifications and standards then applicable for new or renewing Specialty Stores and has furnished, stocked and equipped the existing or substitute Premises so as to bring the Franchised Business into full compliance with the then-current specifications and standards within ninety (90) days from the expiration date of this Agreement;
    1. FRANCHISEE pays all amounts owed to FRANCHISOR and its affiliates prior to expiration of the term;

    1. FRANCHISEE is not in default under this Agreement or any other agreement between FRANCHISOR and FRANCHISEE or between any affiliate, if any, of FRANCHISOR, at the time FRANCHISEE gives that notice and also at the time the renewal is to take effect, it being understood that the giving of a notice to renew or FRANCHISOR's acceptance thereof will not impair FRANCHISOR's rights to terminate this Agreement as otherwise provided herein;

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 51–222)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Apricot Lane's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, to be eligible for renewal, a franchisee must comply with several conditions throughout the term of the agreement. The franchisee must adhere to all provisions outlined in the franchise agreement and any other agreements with Apricot Lane or its affiliates. This encompasses all operational standards, payment schedules, and brand requirements detailed in these documents.

Additionally, the franchisee must provide notice of renewal to Apricot Lane at least nine months, but no more than twelve months, before the expiration of the current agreement. The franchisee must also maintain possession of the premises by either exercising any renewal option in their lease or securing a new lease that includes clauses required by Apricot Lane. It is the franchisee's responsibility to keep Apricot Lane informed about all matters related to maintaining or securing the premises.

Furthermore, the franchisee must pay all outstanding amounts owed to Apricot Lane and its affiliates before the expiration of the current term and must not be in default under any agreement with Apricot Lane or its affiliates at the time of giving the renewal notice and when the renewal takes effect. The franchisee is also required to execute Apricot Lane's then-current form of Franchise Agreement, which may contain different terms, including royalty percentages, advertising contributions, or other fees, though the franchisee will not be required to pay the initial franchise fee again. Finally, the franchisee must comply with Apricot Lane's qualification and training requirements before the current term expires, potentially including attending a specified training course to stay updated on store operations, training procedures, and policies.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.