Does the 'Development Business' for Chatime include the right to manage the Chatime Network?
Chatime Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(17) Development Business means the rights granted to Developer by virtue of this Agreement to conduct Developer's Operation including:
(a) Granting Franchises to Developer to establish and operate Outlets; and
(b) Training, supporting, motivating, managing, and administering the Chatime Network in the Development Area.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 58–262)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Chatime Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'Development Business' granted to the Developer includes specific rights related to managing the Chatime network within a designated area.
The agreement grants the Developer the rights to conduct operations, including granting franchises to establish and operate outlets. More specifically, the Development Business includes the right to train, support, motivate, manage, and administer the Chatime Network in the Development Area.
This means a Chatime Developer has a significant role beyond just opening new locations. They are responsible for the overall success and smooth operation of the Chatime franchise network within their assigned Development Area, ensuring brand consistency and providing ongoing assistance to individual franchisees.