How long does Capriottis Sandwich Shop have to approve or reject a proposed site?
Capriottis_Sandwich_Shop Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee must submit all information Franchisor requests when Franchisee proposes a site. Franchisor will not unreasonably withhold its acceptance of a site if, in Franchisor's and its affiliates' experience and based on the factors outlined above, the proposed site is not inconsistent with sites that Franchisor and its affiliates regard as favorable or that otherwise have been successful sites in the past for CAPRIOTTI'S Restaurants. However, Franchisor has the absolute right to reject any site not meeting its criteria or to require Franchisee to acknowledge in writing that a site Franchisee prefers is accepted but not recommended due to its incompatibility with certain factors that bear on a site's suitability as a location for a CAPRIOTTI'S Restaurant.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 73)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the FDD does not state a specific timeframe for Capriottis Sandwich Shop to approve or reject a proposed site. However, the FDD does state that the franchisee must submit all information the franchisor requests when proposing a site. Capriottis Sandwich Shop will not unreasonably withhold acceptance of a site if it aligns with favorable or successful sites, based on their experience and outlined factors.
Capriottis Sandwich Shop retains the right to reject any site not meeting its criteria or to require the franchisee to acknowledge in writing that a preferred site is accepted but not recommended due to incompatibility with certain factors. The franchisor's site criteria include population density, demographic characteristics, visibility, traffic flow, competition, accessibility, ingress and egress, size, and other physical and commercial characteristics.
Since the FDD does not specify a time frame for site approval, it is important for a prospective franchisee to discuss the site selection process and expected timelines with Capriottis Sandwich Shop. Understanding the typical duration for site evaluation and approval can help franchisees plan effectively and manage their expectations during the initial stages of establishing their Capriottis Sandwich Shop location.