Does a Churchs Chicken Franchise Agreement grant the franchisee the right to acquire additional franchises?

According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard Franchise Agreement does not grant franchisees the right to acquire additional franchises. This means that a franchisee's initial agreement is limited to the specific restaurant location outlined in the agreement.

While the Franchise Agreement itself does not provide a mechanism for acquiring additional franchises, Churchs Chicken does offer a Development Agreement. This agreement allows franchisees to develop multiple restaurants within a specific Development Area, according to an agreed-upon Development Schedule. However, even the Development Agreement does not automatically grant rights to acquire additional franchises beyond the scope of the initial agreement.

It's important to note that Churchs Chicken may offer an amendment to the Development Agreement, known as an Exclusive Development Agreement, which provides limited territorial exclusivity. However, this exclusivity pertains to developing restaurants within a defined area, not necessarily acquiring additional franchises outside of that area. Prospective franchisees interested in expanding beyond their initial franchise should discuss development opportunities with Churchs Chicken directly.