Who signs the Epcon Communities addendum on behalf of the franchisee?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| This Addendum to Epcon Communities Franchising, LLC Franchise Agreement (this "Addendum") |
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| is attached to and made a part of the Epcon Communities Franchising, LLC Franchise Agreement (the |
| "Franchise Agreement"), by and between Epcon Communities Franchising, LLC |
| ("Franchisor") and |
| , a the principal |
| place of business of which is located at |
| ("Franchisee"), dated as of, for the purpose of modifying and amending |
| the terms of such Franchise Agreement. For such purpose, Franchisor and Franchisee agree as follows: |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 86–280)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Epcon Communities Franchise Disclosure Document, the addendum to the franchise agreement is signed by the franchisee. The documents provided include templates for addenda to the franchise agreement for several states, including Virginia, Wisconsin, South Dakota, and Maryland. These addenda are designed to modify or amend specific terms of the standard franchise agreement to comply with state-specific franchise laws or address particular legal considerations.
The addendum includes a space for the franchisee's name and principal place of business, indicating that the franchisee is a party to the agreement and is responsible for signing it. The purpose of the addendum is to ensure that the franchise agreement complies with local regulations and to protect the franchisee's rights under applicable state franchise laws. The franchisee's signature confirms their agreement to the modified terms outlined in the addendum.
For instance, the Maryland addendum modifies sections of the franchise agreement related to transfer, termination, arbitration, and venue to ensure compliance with Maryland's Franchise Registration and Disclosure Laws. Similarly, the Virginia addendum includes franchisee statements and clarifies that no statement signed by the franchisee can waive claims under state franchise law. These addenda, along with the franchisee's signature, serve to protect both the franchisor and franchisee by ensuring compliance with state laws and clearly defining the terms of the franchise relationship within the specific legal context of each state.