What is the minimum notice period Best Brains must provide to a franchisee in Minnesota before non-renewal of the franchise agreement, according to Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, the franchisor will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14 Subds. 3, 4, and 5 which require (except in certain specified cases), that a franchisee be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the franchise agreement and that consent to the transfer of the franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota law requires Best Brains to provide a specific notice period to franchisees before non-renewal of their franchise agreement. Specifically, Best Brains must provide the franchisee with 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the franchise agreement.
In addition to the non-renewal notice, Minnesota Statute also stipulates that Best Brains must provide a franchisee 90 days' notice of termination, along with 60 days to cure the issue, except in certain specified cases. Furthermore, the franchisor cannot unreasonably withhold consent to the transfer of the franchise.
This Minnesota addendum ensures that Best Brains franchisees in Minnesota receive adequate notice and opportunity to address any issues before termination or non-renewal, and protects their rights regarding franchise transfer, aligning with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 80C.