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Upon termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement, what materials related to operating the franchised Bojangles business must the franchisee deliver to the franchisor?

Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  1. 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.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 82)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

Based on the 2025 Bojangles Franchise Disclosure Document, when the Franchise Agreement expires (without renewal) or is terminated or not renewed, the franchisee is responsible for de-identifying the premises as a Bojangles restaurant at their own expense. This means removing all signs, décor, and materials that display any marks, designs, or logos owned by Bojangles.

If the franchisee fails to promptly remove these items, Bojangles, its employees, or agents have the right to enter the premises and remove the signs, décor, and materials displaying Bojangles' marks, designs, or logos. This ensures that the public will not be confused into thinking the restaurant is still affiliated with the Bojangles brand after the franchise agreement ends.

This obligation is intended to protect Bojangles' brand and image by ensuring that any location no longer operating as a Bojangles restaurant does not continue to use its trademarks or trade dress. Franchisees should factor in the potential costs associated with de-identifying the premises when considering the franchise agreement, as these costs are the franchisee's responsibility.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.