Which sections of the Franchise Agreement are specifically excluded for Hck Hot Chicken Non-Traditional Restaurants?

According to Hck Hot Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, certain sections of the standard Franchise Agreement do not apply to Non-Traditional Restaurants. Specifically, Sections 2.3, 8.3.1, 8.3.3, 9.3.2, 9.4.1, 11.8, 12.1.2, 12.2.1, 13.2.3(f) and 13.2.3(i) of the Franchise Agreement are excluded. Additionally, the final reference in Section 9.7.2 is excluded as used in the definitions of "Competitive Activities," "Crisis Management Event," "Restaurant," "System" and "Traditional Restaurant" in Appendix 1 to the Franchise Agreement.

This means that franchisees operating a Hck Hot Chicken Non-Traditional Restaurant will not be subject to the requirements outlined in these specific sections. The FDD states that all references in the Agreement to the defined term "Restaurant" are deleted and the reference "Non-Traditional Restaurant" is inserted in their place, except as otherwise provided in the addendum. This indicates that the obligations and rights of the franchisee may differ significantly from those of a franchisee operating a traditional Hck Hot Chicken restaurant.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review the Non-Traditional Restaurant Addendum and understand how it modifies the standard Franchise Agreement. They should also inquire about the alternative standards and specifications that will apply to their Non-Traditional Restaurant, as these may impact their operational requirements and overall business strategy. Understanding these differences is crucial for assessing the suitability of a Non-Traditional Hck Hot Chicken franchise opportunity.