What factors does Crab N Spice consider when evaluating a franchisee's relocation request?
Crab_N_Spice Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You do not have the right to relocate your business, and we have no obligation to approve any request for relocation. Our policy is to approve relocation of a franchisee's business on caseby-case basis, considering factors such as changes in demographics, profitability of your current business, or a loss of your premises due to circumstances beyond your control.
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 27–28)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Crab N Spice's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees do not have the right to relocate their business, and Crab N Spice is under no obligation to approve relocation requests. However, Crab N Spice's policy is to consider relocation requests on a case-by-case basis.
When evaluating a relocation request, Crab N Spice will consider factors such as changes in demographics, the profitability of the franchisee's current business, or the loss of the premises due to circumstances beyond the franchisee's control.
This policy means that while relocation is not guaranteed, Crab N Spice is willing to consider it under specific circumstances. A franchisee's chances of approval are likely to increase if they can demonstrate that one or more of these factors significantly impacts their business. It is important to note that the final decision rests with Crab N Spice, and approval is not assured even if these factors are present.