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What is the 'Opening Deadline' for a Jersey Mikes franchise, and how is it determined?

Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

------------------------------|--| | 20, by and between A SUB ABOVE, LLC., a Delaware limited liability company with its principal | | | business address at 2251 Landmark Place, Manasquan, New Jersey, 08736 (referred to as "F ranchisor"), | | | and | | | , whose principal business address is | | | (referred to as "Franchisee"). | | | | |

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Franchisor and Franchisee have entered into that certain Franchise Agreement dated on the same date as this Addendum (the "Franchise Agreement"), pursuant to which Franchisor granted Franchisee the right to own and operate a JERSEY MIKE'S Franchised Restaurant ("Restaurant");

WHEREAS, Franchisor has agreed to re duce the initial franchise fee in consi deration for Franchisee's agreement to open the Restaurant by December 31, 2025; and

WHEREAS, the parties agree to certain modifications of the Franchise Agreement to reflect their participation in the Experienced Franchisee program as set forth below.

AGREEMENT

FOR AND IN CONSIDERATION of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein and such other and valuable consideration, the sufficiency and receipt of which is he reby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

    1. Recitals. Franchisor and Franchisee agree that the recitals to this Addendum are true and correct and are incorporated herein and made a part hereof by this reference.
    1. Termination. The following is added as Section 17.2(r) of the Franchise

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Jersey Mikes Franchise Disclosure Document, the opening deadline for a new restaurant can be influenced by specific agreements between the franchisor and franchisee, particularly within the Experienced Franchisee program. In one instance, a franchisee was required to open their Jersey Mikes restaurant by December 31, 2025, in exchange for a reduced initial franchise fee.

An addendum to the franchise agreement specifies that failure to open the franchised restaurant on or before December 31, 2026, in accordance with Jersey Mikes' System Standards, constitutes grounds for termination of the agreement. However, if the franchisee meets the December 31, 2026 deadline, Jersey Mikes will waive the Real Estate and Construction Fee.

These deadlines and conditions are documented within the franchise agreement and its addenda, highlighting the importance of adhering to the System Standards set by Jersey Mikes. Prospective franchisees should carefully review these timelines and standards to understand their obligations and the potential consequences of non-compliance, as well as the benefits of meeting the agreed-upon opening deadlines.

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.