What is the estimated timeframe, from signing the Franchise Agreement, for a Checkersrallys franchisee to open their Franchised Restaurant?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We estimate the time from the date you sign the Franchise Agreement to the date you open your Franchised Restaurant to be between 18 and 22 months. However, this time estimate may vary depending on numerous factors including location, local ordinances and regulations, construction schedules and financing. Your Franchised Restaurant must be open and operating within 180 days from receipt of all government approvals and permits. If you develop multiple Restaurants, we may require that the first Franchised Restaurant be
open and in operational good standing for at least 6 months prior to the opening of the second Franchised Restaurant.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 46–57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated time between signing the Franchise Agreement and opening a Franchised Restaurant is 18 to 22 months. However, this timeframe can vary due to factors such as location, local ordinances and regulations, construction schedules, and financing.
Checkersrallys requires the Franchised Restaurant to be open and operating within 180 days of receiving all necessary government approvals and permits. For franchisees developing multiple restaurants, the first location must be open and in good operational standing for at least 6 months before the second restaurant can open.
If a franchisee cannot meet the required timeframes for locating or securing a site, obtaining approvals and permits, or completing construction, Checkersrallys may grant a one-time extension at its discretion. However, the franchisee must pay an extension fee as outlined in Item 6. If the franchisee is still unable to secure an approved site, Checkersrallys reserves the right to terminate the Franchise Agreement.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these timelines and the potential factors that could cause delays, as failure to meet the deadlines could result in financial penalties or termination of the agreement. It is important to have a solid plan for site selection, permitting, and construction to ensure timely opening of the Checkersrallys restaurant.