Does the Kitchen Solvers franchise agreement require continuous operation of the business as a condition for renewal?
Kitchen_Solvers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Franchise Agreement (FA) | Summary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| a. | Length of the franchise term | FA: Paragraph 4 | 10 years |
| b. | Renewal or extension of the term | FA: Paragraph 4 | If you satisfy renewal requirements, you have the option to renew for up to two (2) additional 10-year terms. |
| c. | Requirements for franchisee to renew or extend | FA: Paragraph 4 | You must be in compliance with your Franchise Agreement, be current with all monetary obligations, attend any necessary training and have continuously operated the Business. You also must give us notice, maintain or obtain suitable premises for the Business (including modernization of sample doors, showcase display and all materials displaying the Marks), sign a release and sign a then current Franchise Agreement, which may have materially different terms and conditions from your original agreement. |
Source: Item 17 — Renewal, Termination, Transfer, and Dispute Resolution (FDD pages 36–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Kitchen Solvers's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, continuous operation of the business is a requirement for franchise renewal. To renew a Kitchen Solvers franchise for up to two additional 10-year terms, a franchisee must meet several conditions. These include being in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, remaining current with all monetary obligations, and attending any necessary training programs.
In addition to these requirements, the franchisee must have continuously operated the Kitchen Solvers business. The franchisee must also provide the franchisor with notice of their intent to renew, maintain or obtain suitable premises for the business, including modernizing sample doors, showcase displays, and all materials displaying the Kitchen Solvers marks.
Finally, the franchisee must sign a release and a then-current Franchise Agreement, which may contain terms and conditions that are materially different from the original agreement. This means that while continuous operation is a key factor, Kitchen Solvers franchisees should also be prepared for potential changes in the franchise agreement upon renewal.