For an Auntie Annes Concession Shop, what is the process for location approval?

According to Auntie Anne's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if you operate a Concession Shop, you must submit all proposed locations in advance for written approval, with each approved location considered an 'Accepted Location'. Generally, Auntie Anne's will not approve a Concession Shop within two miles of a permanent Full Shop location.

When a Franchise Agreement is executed without an accepted site for a Full Shop, the franchisee must select a location that meets Auntie Anne's site selection criteria within a specified site selection area. Auntie Anne's determines this area on a case-by-case basis, and the franchisee does not receive exclusive or protected rights within it. For franchisees signing multiple agreements simultaneously, a Multi-Unit Addendum outlines site selection areas and development deadlines, which are also determined case-by-case and are non-exclusive. An addendum to the Franchise Agreement will then modify the Accepted Location to reflect the site for each shop after site acceptance.

Auntie Anne's does not grant exclusive territories, meaning franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels. Relocation of a shop requires advance written approval from Auntie Anne's, compliance with the site approval process, adherence to the Franchise Agreement terms, and sufficient funds for relocation and construction to current design standards. Auntie Anne's is not obligated to approve relocation requests and may terminate the Franchise Agreement if the franchisee loses the right to occupy the premises.