What is the franchisee's responsibility in selecting the site for their Hck Hot Chicken restaurant?

According to Hck Hot Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are primarily responsible for selecting the location of their restaurant. While Hck Hot Chicken will consult with the franchisee and requires final acceptance of the site, the franchisee has the ultimate responsibility in choosing, obtaining, and developing the site. Hck Hot Chicken does not locate sites for franchisees, nor do they generally own the premises and lease it to the franchisee.

This means that prospective Hck Hot Chicken franchisees need to be proactive in researching and identifying potential locations that meet the brand's criteria. They will need to handle lease negotiations or property acquisition, as well as manage the development of the site. This also implies that the franchisee bears the risk if the chosen site does not perform as expected, as Hck Hot Chicken does not guarantee the suitability or success of the accepted site.

It is important for potential franchisees to carefully consider factors such as local demographics, traffic patterns, accessibility, and competition when selecting a site. They should also factor in the time required to secure a location, as the FDD estimates it typically takes between three and nine months to open a Hck Hot Chicken Restaurant, assuming a location can be obtained and leased within one month after signing the Franchise Agreement. The franchisee must open their Hck Hot Chicken Restaurant within one year after signing the Franchise Agreement, or Hck Hot Chicken may terminate the Franchise Agreement.