Under Minnesota law, what is the minimum notice period Carvel must provide a franchisee before nonrenewal of the Franchise Agreement?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Section 17 (Default and Termination) of the Franchise Agreement will be supplemented by adding the following as Section 17.6 of the Franchise Agreement, which will be considered an integral part of the Franchise Agreement:
- Minnesota law provides you with certain termination rights.
In sum, Minn.
Stat. § 80C.14 (subds. 3 and 5) currently requires, except in certain specified cases, that you be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice of nonrenewal of this Agreement, and that consent to the transfer of the Franchise not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 100–353)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Carvel Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota law requires Carvel to provide a franchisee with 180 days' notice of nonrenewal of the Franchise Agreement, except in certain specified cases. Additionally, Minnesota Statutes require that Carvel provide 90 days' notice of termination, along with 60 days to cure the issue leading to termination.
These regulations are in place to protect franchisees by giving them adequate time to prepare for the end of their franchise agreement, whether through non-renewal or termination. The cure period for termination allows franchisees an opportunity to rectify any issues and potentially continue operating their Carvel franchise.
Prospective Carvel franchisees in Minnesota should be aware of these protections and understand their rights regarding termination and non-renewal. It is important to consult with a legal professional to fully understand the implications of these regulations and how they apply to their specific situation.