How can a party designate a new address for notices under the Chocolate Bash franchise agreement?
Chocolate_Bash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Any party may designate a new address for notices by giving notice
of the new address pursuant to this Section. Notices will be effective upon receipt (or first rejection) and must be: (1) delivered personally; (2) sent by registered or certified U.S. mail with return receipt requested; or (3) sent via overnight courier. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CB Franchising may amend the Manual, give binding notice of changes to System Standards, and deliver notices of default by electronic mail or other electronic communication.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 38–39)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Chocolate Bash Franchise Disclosure Document, any party can designate a new address for official notices. To do so, they must provide notice of the new address as outlined in the franchise agreement.
The notice becomes effective once it is received or initially rejected. The notification must be delivered through one of the following methods: personal delivery, registered or certified U.S. mail with a return receipt requested, or via overnight courier.
However, Chocolate Bash retains the right to use electronic mail or other electronic communication to amend the Manual, provide binding notice of changes to System Standards, and deliver notices of default. This exception allows Chocolate Bash to communicate certain important updates and notices more efficiently.