How many Chesters outlets opened in South Carolina during 2023?
Chesters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
rs 2022 to 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termination | Non- Renewal | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 19 |
| 2023 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 | |
| 2024 | 23 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 30 | |
| Arizona | 2022 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 38–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, one Chesters outlet opened in South Carolina during 2023. At the start of 2023, there were eight Chesters outlets in South Carolina.
The table in Item 20 provides a detailed breakdown of outlet activity by state and year, including openings, terminations, non-renewals, and other reasons for ceased operations. This level of detail can help a prospective franchisee understand the dynamics of the Chesters franchise network in specific geographic areas.
For a prospective Chesters franchisee, this information is valuable for assessing the growth and stability of the franchise system in South Carolina. While one new opening occurred, two outlets ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in a net decrease of one outlet in the state during 2023. This data point highlights the importance of further investigation into the reasons behind outlet closures and the overall market conditions in South Carolina.