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What is the accepted site for Dev Sagar's Jack In The Box franchise?

Jack_In_The_Box Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

nd signs for Jack in the Box restaurants as in effect from time to time. Developer must use a Company approved architect to for site-adaption, design, engineering, and permitting.

  • G. It shall be the responsibility of Developer to have prepared all required construction plans and specifications that comply with applicable ordinances, building codes, Federal laws, permit requirements, and lease requirements and restrictions. If alterations of any kind are required for any reason, Developer shall submit to Company an explanation of any such changes to Company's prototypical construction plans and specifications, and the Site Plan approved by Company. Such changes must be approved by Company in writing before any work is begun. Any cost, including engineering and architectural fees, incurred in obtaining Company review and approvals by the appropriate governmental authorities of the Site Plan, or other plans, specifications and layouts shall be paid by the Developer.
  • 9. OPENING OF THE RESTAURANT.Following Site Approval by Company of the proposed restaurant location, Developer shall enter into the then current form of the Franchise Agreement used by Company to grant franchises to operate Jack in the Box restaurants in the state in which the specified Developed Restaurant is located ("Franchise Agreement"), and shall pay the "Franchise Fee" (as defined in the Franchise Agreement). Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as obligating Company to enter into a Franchise Agreement with respect to any restaurant if Developer has not obtained Site Approval and Lease Approval in accordance with Section 8 and/or if

Developer is otherwise in breach of any of its obligations under this Agreement. Developer agrees not to open a Jack in the Box restaurant for business until all of Developer's obligations under this Agreement have been fulfilled.

10. APPROVALS. Whenever Company's approval is required under the terms of this Agreement, that approval is solely for the purpose of furthering Company's interest in obtaining adherence to Company's image and operational requirements. Developer, Franchisee, and any agents associated with either, remain solely responsible for the costs, safety, adequacy, workmanship, design, and construction of the site, any buildings on the site, and all materials used in the construction of the improvements at the site; compliance with all laws related thereto; and all other aspects of the development process.

11. NON-ASSIGNABILITY.

  • A. This Agreement is personal to Developer. Except as provided herein, neither Developer nor any Owner shall sell, assign or otherwise transfer this Agreement or any direct or indirect right or interest in the development rights granted, nor permit any such assignment or transfer to occur directly or indirectly, whether by agreement or operation of law; nor pledge, mortgage, hypothecate, give as security for an obligation, or in any manner encumber any right under this Agreement or any direct or indirect interest in Developer, without the prior written consent of Company.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 94–634)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

Based on the 2025 Jack In The Box Franchise Disclosure Document, the approval of a restaurant site is a critical step for developers. Before a developer like Dev Sagar can proceed with opening a Jack In The Box restaurant, the company must grant Site Approval for the proposed location. This approval is essential, as it triggers the developer's obligation to enter into the current Franchise Agreement and pay the franchise fee.

Jack In The Box emphasizes that its approval of a site is specifically aimed at ensuring adherence to the company's image and operational standards. However, it's important to note that the developer, franchisee, and their associated agents retain full responsibility for all aspects of the site's development. This includes costs, safety, design, workmanship, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Furthermore, the developer is responsible for preparing all required construction plans and specifications that comply with local ordinances, building codes, federal laws, permit requirements, and lease restrictions. If any alterations to the prototypical construction plans are necessary, the developer must submit these changes to Jack In The Box for written approval before starting any work. The developer bears the costs of obtaining company review and approvals from governmental authorities for the site plan and other related documents.

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.