In the Churchs Chicken FDD, where can I find the definitions of capitalized terms not defined in the Addendum?
Churchs_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Any capitalized terms that are not defined in this Addendum shall have the meaning given them in the Development Agreement.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 50–55)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Churchs Chicken FDD, if a capitalized term is used in an addendum but not specifically defined within that addendum, the definition for that term can be found in the Development Agreement or the Franchise Agreement, depending on which agreement the addendum is attached to. This is detailed in multiple addenda within Item 17 of the FDD.
For a prospective Churchs Chicken franchisee, this means that when reviewing the addenda, it's crucial to cross-reference the Development Agreement or Franchise Agreement for clarity on any capitalized terms. This ensures a full understanding of the obligations, rights, and conditions outlined in the franchise agreement and its addenda.
It is important to note that the specific agreement to reference (Development Agreement vs. Franchise Agreement) depends on which agreement the addendum is attached to. Therefore, franchisees should carefully check the context of the addendum to determine the correct source for the definitions.