What is the deadline for a Bojangles franchisee to complete acquisition or leasing of an approved site after receiving written approval from the franchisor?

According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must complete the acquisition or leasing of an approved site within ninety (90) days after receiving Bojangles's written approval of the site. This requirement is in place after the franchisee has already obtained written approval from Bojangles regarding the terms of the lease or mortgage for the site.

Prior to this 90-day deadline, the franchisee has other obligations. Within thirty (30) days after Bojangles approves a site, the franchisee must notify Bojangles of the closing date if purchasing the site, and provide a copy of the proposed mortgage or deed of trust if a mortgage loan is planned. If the site is to be leased, the franchisee must provide Bojangles with a copy of the proposed lease. Bojangles then has twenty (20) days to send notice of approval or rejection with comments.

Strict adherence to this 90-day deadline is critical. Failure to complete the acquisition or leasing within this timeframe constitutes a material, non-curable breach of the Franchise Agreement, potentially leading to immediate termination of the agreement by Bojangles. This underscores the importance of efficient planning and execution in securing the site once approval is granted. Franchisees should ensure they have all necessary resources and processes in place to meet this deadline.