What is the lookback period for agreement violations that Cicis considers before approving a transfer?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- you and your owners must not have violated any provision of this Agreement or any other agreement with us or our Affiliates during both the 60-day period before you requested our consent to the Transfer and the period between your request and the effective date of the Transfer;
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 65–263)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when a franchisee seeks approval for a transfer of their franchise, Cicis assesses compliance with the franchise agreement. Specifically, Cicis reviews the 60-day period before the transfer request and the time between the request and the transfer's effective date.
To gain approval for a transfer, the franchisee and their owners must not have violated any terms of the franchise agreement or any other agreements with Cicis or its affiliates during this defined period. This condition ensures that the franchisee is in good standing at the time of the transfer.
This requirement protects Cicis by ensuring that franchisees seeking to transfer their business have adhered to the contractual obligations. It also maintains the integrity of the Cicis brand and system by preventing transfers involving franchisees with a history of non-compliance. Prospective franchisees should understand that any violations within this lookback period could impede their ability to transfer the franchise.