Under what conditions is each provision of the Virginia addendum effective for a Baymont Inn Suites franchise?

According to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the provisions outlined in the Virginia addendum are only effective if the jurisdictional requirements of the Virginia Retail Franchising Act are independently met, without relying on the addendum itself. This means that for any specific provision within the addendum to apply, the legal basis for its application must already exist under Virginia law, separate from the existence of the addendum.

This condition ensures that the addendum does not overstep or expand the scope of the protections and regulations provided by Virginia's franchise laws. It clarifies that the addendum serves to reinforce or clarify existing rights and obligations under the Virginia Retail Franchising Act, rather than creating new ones.

For a prospective Baymont Inn Suites franchisee in Virginia, this means carefully reviewing both the franchise agreement and the Virginia Retail Franchising Act to understand their rights and obligations. They should not assume that a provision in the addendum automatically applies; instead, they should verify that the underlying jurisdictional requirements of the Virginia Retail Franchising Act are met independently. Consulting with a legal professional experienced in franchise law in Virginia is advisable to ensure full compliance and understanding.