Does the Beggars Pizza franchisor's approval to relocate or reconstruct a damaged restaurant have any limitations?
Beggars_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 15.2.3 If Franchisee at any time ceases to operate or otherwise abandons the Restaurant, or loses the right to possession of the Premises, or otherwise forfeits the right to do or transact business in the jurisdiction where the Restaurant is located.
However, if, through no fault of Franchisee, the Restaurant is damaged or destroyed by an event such that repairs or reconstruction cannot be completed within sixty (60) days thereafter, then Franchisee will have thirty (30) days after such event in which to apply for Franchisor's approval to relocate and/or reconstruct the Restaurant, which approval will not he unreasonably withheld;
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beggars Pizza Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Beggars Pizza restaurant is damaged or destroyed through no fault of the franchisee, and repairs or reconstruction cannot be completed within 60 days, the franchisee has 30 days to apply for the franchisor's approval to relocate and/or reconstruct the restaurant. The franchisor's approval for relocation or reconstruction will not be unreasonably withheld in this circumstance.
This clause provides some protection to the franchisee in the event of unforeseen disasters that render the original location unusable. The stipulation that approval will not be unreasonably withheld offers a degree of assurance that Beggars Pizza will work with the franchisee to find a viable solution.
It is important to note the specific timeframes: 60 days for repairs/reconstruction to be deemed impossible, and 30 days to apply for relocation/reconstruction approval. Franchisees should be aware of these deadlines and act promptly to protect their interests. While the franchisor will not unreasonably withhold approval, the final decision still rests with them, and franchisees should maintain open communication and provide all necessary documentation to support their application.