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How many City Publications outlets were operating in Washington DC at the start of 2023?

City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Outlet Type Year Outlets at The Start of the Year Outlets at the End of the Year Net Change
Franchised 2022 39 37 -2
2023 37 36 -1
2024 36 40 +4
Company Owned 2022 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0
2043 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2022 39 37 -2
2023 37 36 -1
2024 36 40 +4
Table No. 2 TRANSFERS OF OUTLETS FROM FRANCHISEES TO NEW OWNERS Table No. 2 TRANSFERS OF OUTLETS FROM FRANCHISEES TO NEW OWNERS
(Other than the franchisor) FOR YEARS 2022 to 2024
STATE YEAR NUMBER OF TRANSFERS
Tennessee 2022 2032 2024 0 1 0
Totals 2021 2023 2024 Table No. 3 STATUS OF FRANCHISED OUTLETS FOR YEARS 2022 to 2024 0 1 0
State Year Outlets at Start of Year Outlets Opened Terminations
Alabama 2022 1 0 0
2023 1 0 0
2024

Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION Systemwide Outlet Summary For years 2022 to 2024 (FDD pages 32–38)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to City Publications' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one City Publications outlet operating in Washington, DC at the start of 2022. By the start of 2023, the number decreased to zero, and remained at zero through 2024.

This indicates that the City Publications franchise in Washington, DC either terminated or was not renewed during 2022. A prospective franchisee should investigate the reasons for this closure to understand the potential challenges and opportunities in that market. Understanding why the outlet closed could reveal important market-specific factors.

It is important to note that while the FDD provides historical data on outlet numbers, it does not offer reasons for closures or detailed market analysis. Therefore, further due diligence is essential to assess the viability of a City Publications franchise in Washington, DC.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.