What notice of termination is required for City Publications franchises in Minnesota?
City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- ITEM 17 of the Disclosure Document is amended as follows:
- ◼ With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, the Franchisor will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that a Franchisee be given 90 days notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days notice of non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 39–129)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Publications' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota franchisees are entitled to specific termination and non-renewal notice periods, as mandated by Minnesota law. Item 17 of the FDD is amended to reflect compliance with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4, and 5.
Specifically, City Publications must provide a franchisee with 90 days' notice of termination, including a 60-day period to cure any breach of the franchise agreement. Additionally, the franchisor must provide 180 days' notice of non-renewal of the franchise agreement, except in certain specified cases.
This amendment ensures that City Publications franchisees in Minnesota receive adequate time to address any issues leading to termination or to prepare for the end of their franchise term, aligning with the protections afforded by Minnesota franchise law. Prospective franchisees should carefully review Item 17 of the FDD and consult with legal counsel to fully understand their rights and obligations regarding termination and non-renewal under Minnesota law.