Under what circumstances can the Cinnaholic Franchisor agree to delay the commencement of Bakery operations beyond the initial 14 months?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (viii) Franchisee fails to commence operation of the Bakery at the Franchised Site within 14 months after execution of this Agreement, except for any delay that is agreed to in writing by the Franchisor, in its sole discretion;
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must commence operation of the Bakery at the Franchised Site within 14 months after the execution of the Franchise Agreement. However, the franchisor has the discretion to agree to a delay in writing.
This means that while Cinnaholic typically requires franchisees to open their bakeries within 14 months, there is a possibility to extend this deadline. This flexibility is not guaranteed, as it is solely at the franchisor's discretion.
For a prospective Cinnaholic franchisee, this clause offers a potential safety net if unforeseen circumstances prevent them from meeting the initial 14-month deadline. However, it's crucial to obtain any agreement for delay in writing from Cinnaholic to avoid potential default and termination of the franchise agreement.