How will Benjamin Franklin Plumbing notify the franchisee of a reduction in the scope of a restriction in Section 14?

According to the 2025 Benjamin Franklin Plumbing FDD, the company has the right to reduce the scope of any restriction in Section 14 of the franchise agreement. If Benjamin Franklin Plumbing decides to reduce the scope of any restriction, it will provide written notice to the franchisee. This written notice is effective immediately upon receipt.

Section 14 of the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise agreement likely contains restrictions related to non-compete clauses, confidentiality, or other limitations on the franchisee's business activities. The franchisor's ability to reduce the scope of these restrictions could be beneficial to the franchisee, potentially allowing them more flexibility in their business operations.

As a prospective franchisee, it would be prudent to carefully review Section 14 of the franchise agreement to understand the specific restrictions that could be modified. Additionally, it would be wise to inquire with Benjamin Franklin Plumbing about the circumstances under which they might reduce the scope of these restrictions and examples of previous instances where such reductions were granted.