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To be eligible for the Carls Jr. Travel Center Development Incentive Program, what is the maximum distance the restaurant can be from an interstate or limited access highway?

Carls_Jr Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • B. To be eligible for the Travel Center Program, the following requirements must be satisfied: (i) the Carl's Jr. Restaurant must be located at a travel center location or gas and convenience location that is within ½ mile of an interstate or limited access highway and must include a combination of high rise pylon sign, billboard or other highway sign, (ii) the travel center location or gas and convenience location must be opened pursuant to a Development Agreement dated no later than May 24, 2026, that includes the development of at least ten (10 newlyconstructed Carl's Jr. Restaurant(s), (iii) Franchisee must open the Franchise Restaurants from a travel center location or gas and convenience location by the date(s) outlined in the corresponding Development Agreement, (iv) Franchisee may not be in default of its obligations under its existing franchise agreements or related agreements with CJR or its affiliates, (v) Franchisee must be approved for growth by CJR and its affiliates, (vi) Franchisee must satisfy CJR's then-current financial and operational requirements for new restaurant development, and (vii) Franchisee and the Carl's Jr. Restaurant(s) otherwise meet the requirements of the Travel Center Program.

Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 75)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Carls Jr. Franchise Disclosure Document, to be eligible for the Travel Center Development Incentive Program, the Carls Jr. restaurant must be located at a travel center or gas and convenience location within ½ mile of an interstate or limited access highway.

This requirement ensures that the restaurant is easily accessible to travelers, which is a key factor for success in travel center and gas/convenience locations. Additionally, the location must include a high rise pylon sign, billboard, or other highway sign to attract customers driving on the interstate or highway.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that when scouting locations for a new Carls Jr. restaurant under this incentive program, proximity to major highways is critical. Failing to meet this location requirement would disqualify the franchisee from participating in the Travel Center Development Incentive Program.

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.