What sections of the Cicis Franchise Agreement outline the site development and other pre-opening requirements?

According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 9 details the franchisee's obligations, including site development and pre-opening requirements. Specifically, it references that site selection and acquisition/lease details are found in Section 1.B of the Franchise Agreement and Section 2.D of the Area Development Agreement. Pre-opening purchases and leases are addressed in Section 6 of the Franchise Agreement. Site development and other pre-opening requirements are outlined in Sections 2, 5.D., 5.E., and 5.F. of the Franchise Agreement.

This means that as a prospective Cicis franchisee, you should carefully review these sections to understand your responsibilities in securing a location, purchasing necessary items, and meeting all pre-opening requirements. Understanding these obligations is crucial for a smooth launch and to avoid potential breaches of the agreement.

It is important to note that the Area Development Agreement also plays a role, especially for franchisees planning to open multiple locations. The FDD indicates that certain obligations, such as site selection, may also be governed by the Area Development Agreement if applicable. Therefore, franchisees should review both the Franchise Agreement and the Area Development Agreement to fully understand their obligations.