What sections of the Azal Coffee Franchise Agreement related to services provided are amended?

According to the 2024 Azal Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document, when acquiring an existing Azal Coffee franchise through a transfer, specific amendments are made to the original Franchise Agreement, particularly concerning the services provided by the franchisor. Section 5 of the Franchise Agreement, which typically outlines the services Azal Coffee provides to franchisees, is modified in two key ways.

First, Section 5.5 of the original agreement is entirely deleted. The FDD does not specify what Section 5.5 covers, but prospective franchisees should inquire with Azal Coffee about the content of this section to understand what services or obligations are being removed. Second, the first sentence of Section 5.8 is also deleted. Again, the exact content of this sentence is not provided in the FDD, so it is important for potential franchisees to clarify with Azal Coffee what specific aspect of Section 5.8 is being removed and how this might affect the support and services they receive.

These amendments are outlined in an addendum to the Franchise Agreement that addresses the specific circumstances of acquiring an existing Azal Coffee store. This addendum acknowledges that the franchisee is purchasing an already operational store from a previous franchisee, which necessitates certain adjustments to the standard terms of the agreement. Understanding these changes is crucial for anyone considering purchasing an existing Azal Coffee franchise, as it directly impacts the services and support they can expect from the franchisor.