If the franchisee and Learningrx cannot agree on a site, what is the franchisee required to do?
Learningrx Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If Franchisee and Franchisor cannot agree on the site selection, then Franchisee must select two (2) alternative sites.
Franchisor shall provide Franchisee with an evaluation of each site as described above.
Franchisor shall approve or disapprove Franchisee's proposed site within thirty (30) days of the date Franchisor receives written notice of the proposed site from Franchisee.
Any site not approved in writing by Franchisor within the thirty (30) day time period shall be deemed disapproved.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 54–209)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Learningrx's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for finding a location for the business and negotiating the lease. Learningrx will provide limited advice and assistance in site selection and analyzing the location. Learningrx will analyze the location based on population density, traffic patterns, and proximity to other Learningrx centers. The location must be close to the center of the territory. Learningrx has the discretion to reject any location, but consent will not be unreasonably withheld.
If the franchisee and Learningrx cannot agree on a site, the franchisee must select two alternative sites. Learningrx will provide an evaluation of each of these alternative sites. Learningrx must approve or disapprove the proposed site within 30 days of receiving written notice of the proposed site from the franchisee. If Learningrx does not approve the site in writing within the 30-day period, the site is deemed disapproved.
This process highlights the importance of site selection in the success of a Learningrx franchise. While Learningrx offers assistance and has final approval, the franchisee bears the responsibility of identifying suitable locations. The requirement to propose two alternative sites if the initial choice is rejected ensures that the franchisee continues to seek viable options within their territory. The 30-day approval timeframe provides a structured process for site evaluation and decision-making.