Under what conditions can an Exit franchisee relocate their office?
Exit Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
3.2. Approval Needed for Relocation
- (A) Franchisee may, at its sole cost and expense and upon written approval of Subfranchisor, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld, relocate its Franchise office, provided the new office is located within the Protected Territory and meets the minimum square footage and other requirements set forth in Section 3.1 above.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee can relocate their office, but it is subject to certain conditions. The franchisee bears the sole cost and expense of relocation. Relocation requires written approval from the subfranchisor, which will not be unreasonably withheld.
The new office must be located within the franchisee's protected territory. Additionally, the new location must meet the minimum square footage and other requirements outlined in Section 3.1 of the franchise agreement, which specifies the initial office requirements.
In practical terms, an Exit franchisee needs to carefully plan any office relocation, ensuring the new site meets all size and equipment standards. They must also formally request and receive written approval from the subfranchisor before moving to avoid violating the franchise agreement.