Under what circumstances might Jersey Mikes grant permission for relocation of a Franchised Restaurant?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall not relocate its Restaurant without the prior written approval of Franchisor.
Franchisee has, during the entire term of this Agreement, substantially complied with all its provisions;
Franchisee maintains possession of the Restaurant Premises and by the Expiration Date has brought the Franchised Restaurant into full compliance with the specifications and standards then applica ble for ne w or re newing JERSEY MIKE'S Restaurants, including, without limitation, its current image and decorative standards, and presents evidence satisfactory to Franchisor that it has the right to remain in possession of the Franchised Restaurant Premises ("Premises") for the duration of any renewal term; or, in the event Franchisee is unable to maintain possession of the Premises, or in the judgment of Franchisor the Franchised Restaurant should be relocated, Franchisee secures substitute Premises approved by Franchisor and has furnished, stocked and equipped such Premises to bring the Franchised Restaurant at its substitute Premises into full compliance with the then-current System Standards (as defined in Section 7.1) by the expiration date of this Agreement;
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jersey Mikes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee cannot relocate their restaurant without prior written approval from Jersey Mikes.
The FDD outlines a specific scenario where relocation might be considered during the renewal of the franchise agreement. If the franchisee is unable to maintain possession of the current premises, or if Jersey Mikes believes the restaurant should be relocated, the franchisee can secure a substitute premises. This new location must be approved by Jersey Mikes.
To complete the relocation, the franchisee must furnish, stock, and equip the substitute premises to meet the then-current System Standards by the expiration date of the franchise agreement. This ensures that the relocated Jersey Mikes restaurant maintains the brand's standards and image.