Besides the License Agreement, what other agreements are included in Exhibit B for a Crowne Plaza franchise?

According to the 2025 Crowne Plaza FDD, Exhibit B contains the Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts License Agreement. The exhibit also includes several amendments to the License Agreement that address specific state laws. These amendments modify the standard License Agreement to comply with franchise laws in California, Maryland, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Virginia, and Washington.

These amendments primarily address inconsistencies between the standard License Agreement and state-specific franchise laws. For example, the California amendment addresses issues such as termination rights, liquidated damages clauses, and the enforceability of governing law provisions. Similarly, the Washington amendment ensures that the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act take precedence over any conflicting terms in the License Agreement. The amendments for Maryland, North Dakota, Rhode Island, and Virginia include similar stipulations, addressing issues such as waivers of claims, jurisdiction, and termination penalties.

For a prospective Crowne Plaza franchisee, these state-specific amendments are important because they outline the legal protections and modifications to the standard agreement based on the state in which the franchise will operate. Franchisees should carefully review the amendment applicable to their state to understand their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement. These amendments can significantly impact the enforceability of certain clauses and provide additional protections beyond those in the standard License Agreement.