What is the condition for a C12 Group franchisee to relocate their business within their territory?
C12_Group Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You are permitted, at your expense and discretion, to relocate your business, as long as the relocation occurs within the geographic territory boundaries as clearly defined in
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 29–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to C12 Group's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is permitted to relocate their business at their own expense and discretion, provided that the relocation remains within the geographic territory boundaries as defined in the Franchise Agreement. This means a C12 Group franchisee has the flexibility to move their business operations within their designated area without needing specific approval from C12 Group, as long as they bear the costs associated with the move.
However, the FDD also states that franchisees are NOT permitted to relocate the business outside of their territory under any circumstances. This restriction underscores the importance of the initially defined territory, which is determined mutually between C12 Group and the franchisee during business plan development. The territory is defined based on geography, such as cities, zip codes, counties, states, or the radius around the franchisee's home address.
This policy ensures that C12 Group franchisees maintain their exclusive rights within their designated area and do not encroach upon other franchisees' territories. While franchisees have the autonomy to relocate within their territory, they must adhere to the geographic boundaries established in their Franchise Agreement. This condition provides a balance between franchisee flexibility and the protection of territorial rights within the C12 Group franchise system.