Can Belocal change or discontinue Marks and Copyrighted Materials?
Belocal Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor may add, change, revise, discontinue, or substitute different Marks and Copyrighted Materials, in its sole discretion.
In such circumstances, Franchisee's use of the additional or substitute proprietary marks and copyrighted materials shall be governed by the terms of this Agreement.
Franchisee shall promptly comply with each such addition, change, revision, discontinuation, or substitution and bear all expenses associated therewith.
Franchisor shall not be obligated to compensate Franchisee for any costs or expenses incurred by Franchisee in connection with any such addition, change, revision, discontinuation, or substitution.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 71)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Belocal has the authority to add, change, revise, discontinue, or substitute different Marks and Copyrighted Materials at its sole discretion. This means that Belocal franchisees must be prepared for potential changes to the branding and marketing materials they use.
If Belocal makes such changes, the franchisee's use of the additional or substitute proprietary marks and copyrighted materials will be governed by the terms of the Franchise Agreement. The franchisee is required to promptly comply with each addition, change, revision, discontinuation, or substitution.
Importantly, the Belocal franchisee is responsible for bearing all expenses associated with these changes. Belocal is not obligated to compensate the franchisee for any costs or expenses incurred due to the addition, change, revision, discontinuation, or substitution of Marks and Copyrighted Materials. This could include costs for new signage, marketing materials, or other items that feature the updated branding.