Which sections of the Bojangles Individual Franchise Agreement (IFA) and Express Franchise Agreement (EFA) detail the maintenance, appearance, and remodeling requirements?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Obligation | Section in Development Agreement (DA) Franchise Agreement (FA) Individual Franchise Agreement (IFA) Express Franchise Agreement (EFA) Renewal Franchise Agreement (RFA) | Item in Disclosure Document | |
|---|---|---|---|
| a. | Site selection / acquisition lease | DA: Section IV FA: Not applicable IFA: Section V EFA: Section V RFA: Not applicable | Items 7, 8, 11 and 12 |
| b. | Pre-opening purchase/ leases | DA: Not applicable FA: Section VI.C., F., J., L., M., Q. IFA: Section V.B.-D. VII.E., I., K., L., O. EFA: Sections VI., VIII., C., F., J., L., M., Q. RFA: Not applicable | Items 7 and 8 |
| c. | Site development and other pre-opening requirements | DA: Sections I.A. and B., IV and VI FA: Section VI. A.-F., I., J.(6), K., L. and M. IFA: Section VII.A.-E., H., I.(6), J., K. and L. EFA: Sections VI, VIII.A.-E., H., I.(6), J., K. and M. RFA: Not applicable | Items 7, 8 and 11 |
| d. | Initial and ongoing training | DA: Not applicable FA: Sections II.B.(8), III.A. and VI.D.(3), E.(2), F. and H. IFA: Sections II.B.(8), III.A. and VII.C.(3), D.(2), F. and H. EFA: Sections III.A. and VIII.C.(3), D.(2), E. RFA: Sections II.B.(8), III.A. and VI.C.(3), D.(2), E. and G. |
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 30–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the sections detailing maintenance, appearance, and remodeling requirements can be found in the Individual Franchise Agreement (IFA) and the Express Franchise Agreement (EFA). Specifically, for the IFA, these requirements are outlined in Sections II. B.(2), VII.I.(1) and (6), and M.-O. For the EFA, the relevant sections are VIII.I.(1) and (6), M.-O. These sections are further referenced under Item 8 of the disclosure document, which generally covers restrictions on sources of products and services.
These contractual sections likely cover a range of stipulations related to keeping the Bojangles restaurant in good condition, adhering to brand standards for appearance, and the process for any required or optional remodeling. Franchisees must adhere to these requirements to maintain the brand's image and customer experience. Failure to comply with these stipulations could potentially lead to penalties or even termination of the franchise agreement.
It is typical in franchising for the franchisor to have strict requirements around maintenance, appearance, and remodeling. This ensures brand consistency across all locations, which is critical for customer recognition and trust. Prospective Bojangles franchisees should carefully review these sections of the IFA and EFA to fully understand their obligations and the potential costs associated with maintaining and updating their restaurant.