What is the deadline for de-identifying the Desi District location after termination or expiration?
Desi_District Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 14.4 Remove Identification. Within 30 days after termination or expiration, Franchisee shall at its own expense "de-identify" the Location so that it no longer contains the Marks, signage, or any trade dress of a Desi District business, to the reasonable satisfaction of Desi District Franchise Group.
Franchisee shall comply with any reasonable instructions and procedures of Desi District
Franchise Group for de-identification. If Franchisee fails to do so within 30 days after this Agreement expires or is terminated, Desi District Franchise Group may enter the Location to remove the Marks and de-identify the Location. In this event, Desi District Franchise Group will not be charged with trespass nor be accountable or required to pay for any assets removed or altered, or for any damage caused by Desi District Franchise Group.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 52)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Desi District Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee has 30 days after the termination or expiration of their franchise agreement to de-identify their location. This means the franchisee must remove all Desi District trademarks, signage, and trade dress from the location so that it no longer appears to be a Desi District business. This de-identification must be completed to the reasonable satisfaction of Desi District.
The franchisee is responsible for covering all expenses associated with de-identifying the location. If the franchisee fails to de-identify the location within the specified 30-day period, Desi District has the right to enter the premises and remove the branding themselves.
In the event that Desi District performs the de-identification, the franchisee will not be compensated for any assets removed or altered, nor for any damages caused during the process. This clause underscores the importance of the franchisee fulfilling their obligation to de-identify the location promptly to avoid potential additional costs and complications.