Is a Cinnaholic franchisee allowed to make alterations or additions to the Bakery without approval?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (xiv) Make no physical changes from blueprint specifications or approved remodeling plans in connection with the premises constituting the Bakery on the Franchised Site, or the design thereof, or any of the materials used therein, or their colors, without the express written approval of Franchisor, except that Franchisee will, upon request of the Franchisor, make such reasonable alterations to the Bakery or premises as may be necessary to conform to the then-current marketing and operating standards and specifications of CINNAHOLIC®.
Franchisee will paint the Bakery (interior or exterior) at such intervals
as Franchisor may reasonably determine to be advisable, which determination shall in no event be more than once in any calendar year, using paints which will be in accordance with specifications given by Franchisor.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are generally prohibited from making physical changes to the bakery premises without express written approval from Cinnaholic. This includes changes to blueprint specifications, approved remodeling plans, the design of the premises, or any materials used within the bakery, including their colors.
However, Cinnaholic franchisees are required to make reasonable alterations to the bakery or premises if requested by Cinnaholic to conform to the then-current marketing and operating standards and specifications. Franchisees are also obligated to paint the bakery's interior or exterior at intervals determined by Cinnaholic, but not more than once per calendar year, using paints that meet Cinnaholic's specifications.
This level of control allows Cinnaholic to maintain uniformity across all franchise locations, ensuring brand consistency and customer expectations are met. While franchisees must adhere to these standards, they also have an obligation to make alterations requested by Cinnaholic to keep the bakery aligned with current brand standards.