Under what conditions does the California addendum apply to a Crowne Plaza franchise agreement?

According to the 2025 Crowne Plaza Franchise Disclosure Document, the California addendum applies specifically if the California Franchise Investment Law and the California Franchise Relations Act would apply on their own. This holds true even if Holiday Hospitality Franchising, LLC, the franchisor, did not provide the addendum.

This means that if a prospective franchisee in California is already protected by California's franchise laws, the addendum serves to reinforce those protections. It ensures that the franchisee's rights under California law are recognized and upheld within the franchise agreement.

Essentially, the addendum acts as a safeguard, clarifying the relationship between the standard Crowne Plaza franchise agreement and the specific legal requirements in California. It confirms that California's franchise laws take precedence, providing additional assurance to franchisees operating in that state.