According to Azal Coffee's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the definition of 'Geographic Areas' includes the area within twenty-five (25) miles of the Franchise Location. This definition also extends to areas within twenty-five (25) miles of any other Azal Coffee store that is either existing or in development at the time a franchisee ceases to operate a Competing Business.

This means that during the term of the franchise agreement, franchisees are generally expected to operate and focus their business efforts within their approved Franchise Location and the surrounding 25-mile radius. The inclusion of other Azal Coffee stores within this geographic definition suggests that the franchisor aims to manage potential conflicts or competitive situations that may arise between different franchise locations.

However, the definition regarding other Azal Coffee stores only applies when a franchisee ceases to operate a Competing Business. This clause appears to be related to post-termination restrictions, preventing former franchisees from opening a competing business near existing Azal Coffee locations. Prospective franchisees should clarify with Azal Coffee the specific criteria and conditions under which these geographic restrictions are enforced, particularly concerning the development of new stores and the obligations after the franchise agreement ends.