What is the minimum prior notice a Checkersrallys franchisee must give before opening their Franchised Restaurant?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must give us at least thirty (30) days' prior notice of the date on which you plan to open the Franchised Restaurant. You may not open the Franchised Restaurant for business until we have notified you that the Franchised Restaurant meets our requirements for opening, including payment in full of the initial franchise fee and all other amounts then owing to us, successful completion of our initial training program, and our receipt of your certificates of insurance in compliance with Section 9.07.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 91–92)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must provide at least thirty (30) days' prior notice to Checkersrallys of the date they plan to open their restaurant. This advance notice allows Checkersrallys to ensure that the restaurant meets all opening requirements.
Specifically, Checkersrallys must notify the franchisee that the restaurant meets the brand's requirements for opening. These requirements include full payment of the initial franchise fee and any other outstanding amounts, successful completion of the initial training program, and receipt of the franchisee's insurance certificates that comply with the terms outlined in Section 9.07 of the franchise agreement.
Therefore, while a franchisee must give Checkersrallys at least 30 days' notice, they cannot open for business until Checkersrallys confirms that all requirements are met. This ensures brand consistency and compliance with the franchise agreement before the restaurant begins operations.