What information must a Hardees developer include in the development proposal for a proposed site?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
For each proposed site for a Franchised Restaurant, Developer shall, if requested by HR, submit to HR a Franchise Site Application. In addition, Developer shall submit a development proposal (containing that information as HR may reasonably require) for a proposed site which Developer reasonably believes to conform to site selection criteria HR establishes from time to time for demographic characteristics, traffic patterns, parking, character of the neighborhood, competition from other businesses in the area, the proximity to other businesses (including restaurants operated or franchised by HR or its affiliates), the nature of other businesses in proximity to the site and other commercial characteristics (including the purchase price, rental obligations and other lease terms for the proposed site) and the size, appearance, other physical characteristics, and a site plan of the premises.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 85–541)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a developer must submit a development proposal for each proposed site, containing information that Hardees may reasonably require. This information should align with Hardees's site selection criteria, which are established periodically. The proposal should include details regarding demographic characteristics, traffic patterns, parking availability, the nature of the neighborhood, and competition from other businesses in the area.
Additionally, the proposal must detail the proximity to other businesses, including restaurants operated or franchised by Hardees or its affiliates. It should also describe the nature of other businesses near the site and other commercial characteristics, such as the purchase price, rental obligations, and other lease terms for the proposed site. Furthermore, the proposal needs to include the size, appearance, other physical characteristics, and a site plan of the premises.
This comprehensive information helps Hardees evaluate whether the proposed site aligns with its brand standards and has the potential for success. However, Hardees's acceptance of a site does not guarantee any specific sales volume or level of profitability. The final decision to accept or reject a particular site rests with the developer, subject to Hardees's approval.