Can the Decorating Den Interiors Sharing Policy be modified?
Decorating_Den_Interiors Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
DDSI shall have the right to modify the Policy and Procedure Manual at any time by the addition, deletion or other modification of the provisions thereof. DDSI agrees that although such modifications to the Policy and Procedure Manual may be material in that they may have an effect on the operation of the franchised business, they may not conflict with or materially alter the terms of this Agreement. All such additions, deletions or modifications shall be effective at DDSI's election (i) five (5) business days after DDSI has deposited notification to Franchisee with the United States Postal Service properly addressed, or (ii) the next business day after verified receipt by Franchisee of electronic mail notification, or (iii) the next business day after notification is posted on DDSI's proprietary, cloud-based technology system, known as Back Office Support System ("B.O.S.S.").
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD pages 59–60)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Decorating Den Interiors's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Policy and Procedure Manual, which contains operational guidelines and requirements, can be modified by Decorating Den Interiors. Decorating Den Interiors has the right to modify the Policy and Procedure Manual at any time by adding, deleting, or otherwise modifying its provisions.
These modifications to the Policy and Procedure Manual may affect the operation of the franchised business. However, these changes cannot conflict with or materially alter the terms of the Franchise Agreement.
Decorating Den Interiors will notify franchisees of these changes either (i) five business days after depositing notification with the United States Postal Service, (ii) the next business day after verified receipt of electronic mail notification, or (iii) the next business day after notification is posted on Decorating Den Interiors's proprietary, cloud-based technology system, known as Back Office Support System ("B.O.S.S.").