After ceasing operations of a Bojangles franchise, what specific actions must a franchisee take to de-identify the restaurant from the Bojangles system?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- Landlord and Franchisee acknowledge that if the Franchise Agreement expires (without renewal) or is terminated or not renewed, Franchisee is obligated to de-identify the Premises as a Bojangles restaurant, at its sole cost and expense. Landlord and Franchisee shall permit Franchisor, its employees or agents, to enter the Premises and remove signs (both interior and exterior), décor and materials displaying any marks, designs or logos owned by Franchisor in the event Franchisee fails to timely do so.
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- Franchisor, its affiliates, and their respective successors and assigns, are intended thirdparty beneficiaries of the provisions of this Addendum.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 82–573)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Franchise Agreement expires without renewal or is terminated, the franchisee is obligated to de-identify the premises as a Bojangles restaurant. This de-identification must be done at the franchisee's sole cost and expense.
To ensure compliance, Bojangles retains the right to enter the premises, either through its employees or agents, to remove any signs, décor, and materials that display the franchisor's marks, designs, or logos. This includes both interior and exterior elements. This action can be taken by Bojangles if the franchisee fails to de-identify the premises in a timely manner.
This requirement protects Bojangles' brand identity and ensures that a location no longer operating as a Bojangles restaurant does not mislead customers or dilute the brand's image. The FDD also states that Bojangles, its affiliates, and their successors are intended third-party beneficiaries of these provisions, reinforcing their right to enforce the de-identification requirements.