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Does the Chick Fil A FDD include an Equipment Lease Addendum as an exhibit?

Chick_Fil_A Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Section 12(b) of any Concession Sublicense Agreement or Delivery Kitchen Agreement, under the heading entitled "Execution; Entire Agreement; Counterparts," is deleted in its entirety, and replaced by the following:

  • 12(b): This Agreement, including its exhibits and amendments, including the data sheet attached as Exhibit A, the Equipment Lease Addendum attached as Exhibit B, and as applicable the Concession Agreement or DK Lease attached as Exhibit C, as well as the Franchise Agreement, the Assignment (if applicable) and if applicable the Additional Business Amendment to which this Agreement is attached, and all documents, schedules, exhibits, and information specifically incorporated into this Agreement and the Franchise Agreement by reference, collectively constitute the complete and integrated agreement between Chick-fil-A and the Operator concerning the subject matter of this Agreement, the operation of as applicable the Captive Venue Unit as a Business and the Concession Agreement or the Delivery Kitchen Unit as a Business and the DK Lease, and supersede all prior agreements between the parties; subject to the requirements of applicable state law, no other representations or statements of any kind have induced the Operator to sign this Agreement; the Operator may rely on Chick-fil-A's representations in the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document that Chick-fil-A delivered to the Operator, including its exhibits and any amendments or supplements, in connection with the Operator's entry into the Franchise Agreement and if applicable this Agreement (the "FDD").

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 103–600)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Chick Fil A's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, an Equipment Lease Addendum is included as Exhibit B to certain agreements. Specifically, for Concession Sublicense Agreements or Delivery Kitchen Agreements, Section 12(b) includes "the Equipment Lease Addendum attached as Exhibit B".

This addendum is also relevant to the leasing of equipment for Captive Venue Units and Delivery Kitchen Units. Chick Fil A will deliver equipment described in the Equipment Lease Addendum to the site for operation of these units. The franchisee, referred to as the Operator, is obligated to pay Chick Fil A the equipment rental or fee as stated in Exhibit B, in consideration for the leased equipment.

It is important for prospective Chick Fil A franchisees to carefully review the Equipment Lease Addendum (Exhibit B) to understand the terms and conditions related to leased equipment, including the equipment provided, rental fees, and any obligations related to the equipment's use and maintenance. The FDD cautions operators to rely only on representations within the FDD and its exhibits.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.