What are the conditions that a Bojangles franchisee must satisfy to be eligible for renewal?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Agreement | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| b. Renewal or extension | FA: Section II.B. | FA/IFA: two additional consecutive terms of 10 years |
| of the term | IFA: Section II.B. | each, subject to contractual requirements. |
| RFA: Section II.B. | RFA: either one or no remaining additional 10-year | |
| EFA: Not applicable | term. | |
| EFA: no renewal rights. | ||
| You must: provide timely written notice; renovate and | ||
| modernize Restaurant premises; you and your affiliates | ||
| must be in full compliance not in default under any | ||
| agreements with us or our affiliates; satisfy all monetary | ||
| obligations; have right to remain in possession of the | ||
| Restaurant premises for the renewal term; pay a renewal | ||
| fee of 50% of our then-current franchise fee; sign | ||
| general release; meet then-current qualification and | ||
| training requirements; and sign current form of | ||
| Franchise Agreement which may have materially | ||
| different terms and conditions than your original | ||
| agreement. |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 55–63)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees seeking to renew their franchise agreement must meet several contractual requirements. These stipulations ensure that franchisees remain compliant and uphold the standards of the Bojangles brand. The renewal terms vary based on the specific type of franchise agreement, such as FA/IFA, RFA, and EFA, with EFA having no renewal rights.
To be eligible for renewal, a Bojangles franchisee must provide timely written notice of their intent to renew. They are also required to renovate and modernize the restaurant premises to meet current brand standards. Furthermore, the franchisee and their affiliates must be in full compliance with all agreements with Bojangles and its affiliates, ensuring no outstanding defaults. All monetary obligations to Bojangles must be satisfied to proceed with the renewal.
Additional conditions include having the right to remain in possession of the restaurant premises for the renewal term. Franchisees must also pay a renewal fee equivalent to 50% of Bojangles's then-current franchise fee. A general release must be signed, and the franchisee must meet the then-current qualification and training requirements set by Bojangles. Finally, franchisees are required to sign the current form of the Franchise Agreement, which may contain materially different terms and conditions compared to their original agreement.
Prospective franchisees should note that the renewal terms are subject to change and are contingent upon meeting all specified conditions. It is crucial to carefully review the current Franchise Agreement and consult with Bojangles to understand the specific requirements and any potential modifications for renewal.