Under what circumstances is a B Bops franchise relocation permitted?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The Franchise is granted for a specific location that must be approved by the Company. Any relocation of the Franchise requires the prior written approval of the Company and is permitted only when use of the original location is no longer possible due to damage or destruction, taking by eminent domain or lapse of the lease (in the absence of a default thereunder).
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 33–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee can relocate their B Bops franchise, but only under specific conditions and with the franchisor's approval. The FDD specifies that relocation is tied to the original location becoming unusable.
Specifically, B Bops requires prior written approval for any relocation. This approval is granted only if the original location is no longer viable due to certain events. These events include damage or destruction of the premises, the property being taken by eminent domain (government acquisition), or the lease lapsing without the franchisee being in default.
This policy protects both B Bops and the franchisee. B Bops maintains control over its brand's locations, ensuring consistency and strategic placement. For the franchisee, it provides a mechanism to move the business if the original site becomes untenable, safeguarding their investment to some extent. However, it's important to note that relocation is not guaranteed and depends on B Bops's approval, even if one of the specified conditions is met. A prospective franchisee should clarify with B Bops what specific criteria or documentation would be required to demonstrate that one of these conditions has occurred and to secure relocation approval.