Is Section 12.6 (Refreshes and Remodels) deleted in its entirety from the Carvel franchise agreement?

According to the 2025 Carvel Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 12.6, which pertains to refreshes and remodels, is deleted in its entirety from the franchise agreement for certain Carvel franchise types. This deletion applies specifically to Carvel Hosted Express Shoppes and Carvel Ice Cream Truck franchises.

For prospective franchisees of these types, this means they will not be contractually obligated to conduct mandatory refreshes or remodels of their locations as typically outlined in a standard franchise agreement. This could translate to potentially lower capital expenditure requirements over the term of the franchise, as these franchisees would avoid the costs associated with renovations or updates to meet new brand standards.

However, it is important for potential franchisees to clarify with Carvel whether this deletion implies a complete waiver of any upgrade requirements or if there are alternative mechanisms for ensuring brand consistency and standards. For example, while not mandated, Carvel may still encourage or offer incentives for franchisees to voluntarily update their locations. Furthermore, the absence of mandatory remodels does not necessarily exempt franchisees from maintaining their locations in good repair and compliance with health and safety regulations.