Does the Washington addendum apply if the Clear Pest Pros franchisee is a resident of Washington?
Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WASHINGTON STATE ADDENDA TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, DISCLOSURE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE AND OTHER RELATED AGREEMENTS
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 67–68)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Clear Pest Pros Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington State Addenda to the Franchise Agreement, Disclosure Acknowledgement Questionnaire and other related agreements applies if the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington. The addendum also applies if the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington, and/or the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
This means that if a prospective Clear Pest Pros franchisee lives in Washington, the specific stipulations outlined in the Washington addendum will be integrated into their franchise agreement, disclosure acknowledgement questionnaire, and all related agreements. This ensures that the franchise agreement complies with Washington state laws and regulations.
It is important for potential Clear Pest Pros franchisees in Washington to carefully review the Washington addendum to understand their rights and obligations under Washington law. This includes understanding any modifications to the standard franchise agreement and how Washington law affects the franchise relationship.