Under what conditions can the Black Bear Diner release be modified, and what is required for such modification?
Black_Bear_Diner Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee acknowledges that from time to time, Franchisor may introduce as part of the System, new menu items and other products, methods or technology which require certain system modifications including, without limitation, the adoption and use of new computer hardware and software, fixtures, furnishings, equipment or signs. Franchisee agrees to make all required upgrades and modifications at its expense as may reasonably be required by Franchisor. No additional investment will be required during the first year of the Initial term; if such additional investment is required to be made in the last year of the Initial term, Franchisee may avoid making the investment by providing notice of intent not to renew its franchise.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 56–243)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Black Bear Diner Franchise Disclosure Document, Black Bear Diner may introduce new menu items, products, methods, or technology as part of the system, which may require system modifications. These modifications can include adopting new computer hardware and software, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, or signs.
As a franchisee, you are required to make all necessary upgrades and modifications at your own expense, as reasonably required by Black Bear Diner. However, no additional investment will be required during the first year of the initial franchise term.
If Black Bear Diner requires additional investments in the last year of the initial term, you have the option to avoid making the investment by providing notice of your intent not to renew the franchise agreement. This allows you to avoid the cost of upgrades if you do not plan to continue the franchise beyond the initial term.