For Hardees, what document does this addendum apply to, based on the 'THIS ADDENDUM' section?

According to the 2025 Hardees Franchise Disclosure Document, the addendum applies to the lease agreement between the landlord and the tenant (prospective franchisee). Specifically, it's referred to as the Hardee's Lease Addendum, indicating it modifies or supplements the standard lease terms to accommodate the needs and requirements of a Hardees franchise.

The addendum covers several key aspects of the lease, including the contingency of the lease's effectiveness on the franchisee executing the Franchise Agreement with Hardees within 30 days. It also addresses the landlord's consent to the franchisee's use of Hardees' proprietary signs, designs, colors, layouts, and trademarks. This ensures that the restaurant's branding aligns with Hardees' standards.

Furthermore, the addendum stipulates that both the landlord and tenant must provide Hardees with copies of all amendments, assignments, notices of default, option and refusal rights notices, and any other material documents related to the lease. This provision allows Hardees to stay informed about the lease's status and any potential issues. Hardees also retains the right to enter the premises to make modifications necessary to protect the Hardees Restaurant System and Proprietary Marks, as well as to cure any tenant default under the lease, with the tenant bearing the costs. The addendum clarifies that the tenant is solely responsible for all obligations under the lease, and Hardees has no liability in that regard.