What Minnesota statutes govern the Buns On Fire franchise within the state?
Buns_On_Fire Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In recognition of the requirements of the Minnesota Franchises Law, Minn. Stat. §§ 80C.01 through 80C.22, and of the Rules and Regulations promulgated thereunder by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce, Minn. Rules §§ 2860.0100 through 2860.9930, the Franchise Disclosure Document for Buns on Fire, for use in the State of Minnesota shall be amended to include the following:
- Item 13, "Trademarks," shall be amended by the addition of the following paragraph at the end of the Item:
Pursuant to Minnesota Stat. Sec. 80C.12, Subd. 1(g), we are required to protect any rights which you have to use our proprietary marks.
- Item 17, "Renewal, Termination, Transfer and Dispute Resolution," shall be amended by the addition of the following paragraphs:
With respect to franchisees governed by Minnesota law, we will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4, and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that a franchisee be given ninety (90) days' notice of termination (with sixty (60) days to cure) and one hundred eighty (180) days' notice of non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement, and that consent to the transfer of the franchise not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–200)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Buns On Fire franchise in Minnesota is governed by the Minnesota Franchises Law, specifically Minn. Stat. §§ 80C.01 through 80C.22, and the rules and regulations promulgated by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce, detailed in Minn. Rules §§ 2860.0100 through 2860.9930. This indicates that Buns On Fire must adhere to these statutes and regulations when offering or operating franchises within the state of Minnesota. These laws cover various aspects of the franchise relationship, ensuring certain protections and disclosures for franchisees.
Specifically, Minnesota Statute Sec. 80C.12, Subd. 1(g) requires Buns On Fire to protect the franchisee's rights to use the franchisor's proprietary marks. Additionally, Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4, and 5 mandate that Buns On Fire provide franchisees with specific notice periods for termination (90 days with 60 days to cure) and non-renewal (180 days) of the Franchise Agreement, except in certain specified cases. The statute also states that consent to the transfer of a franchise cannot be unreasonably withheld.
These regulations provide a level of protection for Buns On Fire franchisees in Minnesota, ensuring they receive adequate notice in the event of termination or non-renewal and safeguarding their rights regarding the use of trademarks. Prospective franchisees should carefully review these Minnesota-specific provisions within the Franchise Agreement and Disclosure Document to fully understand their rights and obligations under Minnesota law.