What is the deadline for a Churchs Chicken franchisee to prepare and complete drawings and plans for the Franchised Restaurant Renovation after receiving notice from Cajun?
Churchs_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Within 60 days after receipt of Cajun's notice regarding the required Franchised Restaurant Renovation, Franchisee shall prepare and complete at its sole expense drawings and plans for the renovation. Franchisee must submit these drawings and plans to Cajun, and Cajun must approve their use, prior to the commencement of work. Franchisee shall complete the Franchised Restaurant Renovation within the time reasonably specified by Cajun in its notice.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–406)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Churchs Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee has 60 days after receiving notice from Cajun to prepare and complete drawings and plans for the required Franchised Restaurant Renovation. These drawings and plans are to be completed at the franchisee's sole expense.
It is crucial that the franchisee submits these drawings and plans to Cajun for approval before starting any renovation work. Cajun must approve the use of these drawings and plans. The franchisee is then expected to complete the Franchised Restaurant Renovation within a reasonable timeframe as specified by Cajun in their notice.
This requirement ensures that all renovations align with Churchs Chicken's brand standards and maintain a consistent image across all franchise locations. This helps to ensure continued public acceptance and patronage of Church's Restaurants, assist the Franchised Restaurant to compete effectively in the marketplace and to avoid deterioration or obsolescence of the operation of the Franchised Restaurant.