Is a C12 Group franchisee permitted to relocate their business within their territory?

According to C12 Group's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are permitted to relocate their business, but only within the boundaries of their defined geographic territory. This relocation is at the franchisee's own expense and discretion. However, moving the business outside of the originally assigned territory is strictly prohibited under the Franchise Agreement.

This policy has significant implications for C12 Group franchisees. It allows flexibility in choosing a specific business location within the territory, which could be beneficial for personal convenience or strategic business reasons. However, it also restricts the franchisee from moving to a potentially more lucrative area outside their territory, even if a better opportunity arises. The franchisee must carefully consider the territory's demographics and business potential before making any relocation decisions within it.

Furthermore, the FDD states that the definition of the territory cannot be changed without the written consent of both C12 Group and the franchisee, except under specific conditions related to the franchisee's performance within the first 90 days. This reinforces the importance of thoroughly evaluating the territory before signing the Franchise Agreement, as the ability to expand or modify the territory is not guaranteed and requires mutual agreement. The initial territory is defined mutually between C12 Group and the franchisee and should be incorporated in the business plan development.