Can CB Franchising enter the Chocolate Bash business premises for inspection?

According to Chocolate Bash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Franchise Agreement is terminated or expires, Chocolate Bash has the right to enter the premises to remove its branding. Specifically, if a franchisee fails to remove Chocolate Bash's branding within 30 days after the agreement expires or is terminated, Chocolate Bash may enter the location to remove the Marks and de-identify the Location.

In such instances, Chocolate Bash will not be charged with trespass, nor be held accountable or required to pay for any assets removed or altered, or for any damage caused by Chocolate Bash. This clause protects Chocolate Bash from liability when reclaiming its brand identity from a former franchise location.

This is a fairly standard clause in franchise agreements, allowing the franchisor to protect its brand and ensure that terminated or expired locations do not continue to operate under the Chocolate Bash name or represent the brand in any way. It is important for a franchisee to understand their obligations for de-identifying the location upon termination or expiration of the franchise agreement to avoid Chocolate Bash entering the location to do so.