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What are some of the conditions that must be met for Hawaiian Bros Island Grill to approve a transfer of the Development Agreement?

Hawaiian_Bros_Island_Grill Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

(1) Provision (2) Section in Franchise Agreement (3) Summary
  • remove from your premises all signage, and anything else that bears our trademarks or service marks;
  • alter the premises to remove all trade dress and eliminate the distinctive features of our concept; and
  • cancel any assumed name registrations used with our trademarks and service marks.
j. Assignment of contract by franchisor. 13(a) We have the right to assign your Franchise Agreement at any time without your consent, and we will have no further obligations under the contract, except for any liabilities that already accrued.
k. "Transfer" by 13(b) "Transfer" includes any sale, sale and lease-back, assignment, transfer, license, sublicense, sublease, collateral assignment, grant of a security, collateral or conditional interest, grant of a profits or other interest based on the revenue or profits of your Restaurant, pledge, hypothecation, voluntary or involuntary intervivos transfer or testamentary disposition, and the grant of rights to convert any debt or other obligation or instrument into an ownership interest in you, including warrants, options, and convertible debt.
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1. Franchisor approval of transfer by franchisee. 13(b) You must have our written consent before any transfer of a direct or indirect ownership interest in you or any interest in or right under your Franchise Agreement, your Restaurant or the assets of your Restaurant (other than the sale of items in the ordinary course).
m. Conditions for franchisor approval of transfer. 13(b), 25(g)
  • Conditions include:
  • Proposed transferee qualifies;
  • You satisfy all outstanding obligations to us and our affiliates;
  • Your Restaurant and its premises are in compliance with our then-current standards;
  • The proposed transferee and its general manager complete training;
  • The transferee signs our then-current form of franchise agreement and all related documents;
  • The transferee and its controlling principals and their spouse (if any) execute a guaranty;
  • You and your affiliates and each of your direct and indirect owners signs a release of all claims against us and our affiliates;
  • You comply with other conditions that we may require as part of our transfer policy;
  • Payment of the $10,000 (as may be adjusted by the percentage change in the CPI index we select) tran

Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER, AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 57–67)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Hawaiian Bros Island Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee needs written consent from Hawaiian Bros Island Grill before transferring any direct or indirect ownership interest. Several conditions must be met to gain approval for a transfer.

These conditions include ensuring the proposed transferee meets Hawaiian Bros Island Grill's qualifications. The franchisee must also satisfy all outstanding obligations to Hawaiian Bros Island Grill and its affiliates. Additionally, the restaurant and its premises must comply with the then-current standards set by Hawaiian Bros Island Grill. The proposed transferee and their general manager are required to complete the necessary training programs.

Furthermore, the transferee must sign the then-current form of the franchise agreement and all related documents. The transferee, along with their controlling principals and their spouses (if applicable), must execute a guaranty. The franchisee and their affiliates, as well as their direct and indirect owners, must sign a release of all claims against Hawaiian Bros Island Grill and its affiliates. The franchisee must also comply with any other conditions that Hawaiian Bros Island Grill may require as part of their transfer policy. Finally, a $10,000 transfer fee (potentially adjusted based on the percentage change in a CPI index selected by Hawaiian Bros Island Grill) must be paid.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.