What is the minimum written notice a City Wide franchisee must give before changing the location of their office?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 6.4 Franchisee shall notify CITY WIDE of the location ("Location") of the Office during the Term or any Successor Term as outlined in the Manual. Franchisee shall not change the Location without CITY WIDE's approval. Franchisee shall give CITY WIDE at least thirty (30) days prior written notice of any such change and CITY WIDE shall have thirty (30) days within which to approve such Location and the proposed décor and signage. If CITY WIDE does not disapprove of such Location, décor or signage within such thirty (30) day period, same shall be deemed disapproved.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must provide City Wide with at least thirty (30) days prior written notice before changing the location of their office. This notification is required for any change in location during the term of the franchise agreement.
City Wide then has thirty (30) days to approve the new location, along with its proposed décor and signage. If City Wide does not explicitly disapprove of the new location, décor, or signage within that 30-day period, it will be considered disapproved.
This requirement ensures that City Wide maintains control over the brand's image and operational standards, even at the franchisee's office location. It also allows City Wide to assess whether the new location is suitable for the business and meets their criteria. For a prospective franchisee, this means that any relocation plans must be communicated well in advance and are subject to City Wide's approval.