What costs are Dq Treat relocating franchisees required to pay under the relocation policy?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ADQ has a relocation policy that permits qualifying franchisees with a Street location that sign a new franchise agreement and the relocation addendum to relocate a store within two miles of the current store location, provided the location is of the same type. For instance, a Street location outside of a mall cannot relocate within a mall. The timeframes detailed in the paragraph above apply to this relocation policy. Relocating franchisees do not need to pay an initial franchise fee, although relocating franchisees must meet the then-current training requirements (including payment of any fees and/or costs) and must purchase construction consultation services and prototype building plans (if the location is freestanding). See Item 7 for more information on these costs. Relocating franchisees may pay reduced continuing license fees and sales promotion program fees, depending on the circumstances. See Item 6 for more information. The relocation policy is subject to ADQ's prior written consent and the other relocation standards contained in the franchise agreement and any applicable lease (see Item 9). The relocation policy does not apply to non-system food or Captive-venue locations.
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What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dq Treat's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees who qualify and are approved to relocate their Street location within two miles are subject to specific fees. While they are not required to pay an initial franchise fee, relocating franchisees must still meet the then-current training requirements, which includes covering any associated fees and costs.
Additionally, franchisees relocating their Dq Treat store must purchase construction consultation services and prototype building plans, particularly if the new location is a freestanding building. Item 7 of the FDD provides further details on these specific costs. Depending on the circumstances of the relocation, franchisees may be eligible for reduced continuing license fees and sales promotion program fees, as detailed in Item 6.
It's important to note that Dq Treat's relocation policy is contingent upon receiving prior written consent from ADQ and adhering to the relocation standards outlined in the franchise agreement and any applicable lease, as referenced in Item 9. This policy applies specifically to Street locations and excludes non-system food or Captive-venue locations. Prospective franchisees should carefully review Items 6, 7, and 9 in the FDD to fully understand the potential costs and requirements associated with relocating a Dq Treat franchise.