Regarding franchises governed by Minnesota law, what is the minimum notice Bojangles will provide for non-renewal of a franchise agreement?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, Franchisor will comply with Minnesota Statute § 80C.14, Subdivisions 3, 4, and 5, which requires, except in certain cases, that (1) a franchisee be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for non-renewal of franchise agreements; and (2) that consent to the transfer of a franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bojangles FDD, franchisees operating in Minnesota have specific protections regarding franchise termination and non-renewal. For franchises governed by Minnesota law, Bojangles is required to comply with Minnesota Statute § 80C.14, Subdivisions 3, 4, and 5. This statute mandates that Bojangles provide a minimum of 180 days' notice for non-renewal of franchise agreements.
In addition to the non-renewal notice, the statute also requires that Bojangles provide a franchisee 90 days' notice of termination, along with 60 days to cure the issue leading to termination, except in certain cases. Furthermore, Bojangles cannot unreasonably withhold consent for the transfer of a franchise in Minnesota.
These regulations provide significant protections for Bojangles franchisees in Minnesota, ensuring they have adequate time to address any issues that could lead to termination or to prepare for the end of their franchise agreement if it is not renewed. This compliance helps to create a more stable and predictable business environment for franchisees operating within the state.