What utilities might a Churchs Chicken franchisee need to leave on after closing a restaurant, and why?
Churchs_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Church's Texas Chicken Final FDD 04/30/25 Exhibit Q – Page 23 Sublease - 2025
EXHIBIT "C"
RESTAURANT CLOSING/DE-IDENTIFICATION CHECKLIST
All CHURCH'S TEXAS CHICKEN® Restaurants that are permanently closing must be de-identified as a CHURCH'S TEXAS CHICKEN® Restaurant.
The following list must be completed immediately but no later than seven (7) business days after the restaurant ceases operation. Once the de-
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–406)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Churchs Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document includes a Restaurant Closing/De-Identification Checklist in Exhibit C. This checklist outlines the steps a franchisee must take when permanently closing a Churchs Chicken restaurant to ensure it is no longer identified as a Churchs Chicken location.
While the checklist emphasizes the removal of signage and branding elements, it does not explicitly state which utilities, if any, must remain on during or after the de-identification process. The checklist focuses on the physical de-identification of the restaurant, such as removing interior and exterior signs and logos.
Prospective Churchs Chicken franchisees should inquire with the franchisor about specific utility requirements during and after the closing/de-identification process. Understanding these requirements is crucial for budgeting and planning the closure process effectively. Leaving certain utilities on may be necessary for safety, security, or to facilitate the de-identification work, but the FDD does not provide these details.