Under what circumstances does the Washington Addendum apply to a Zoomin Groomin franchise?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
Source: Item 17 — g. of the Disclosure Document is modified to state that, in addition to the grounds for immediate termination specified in Item 17.h., the franchisor can terminate upon written notice and a 60 day opportunity to cure for a breach of the Franchise Agreement. (FDD pages 51–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum is an integral part of the franchise agreement and modifies the standard terms under specific conditions. This addendum applies if (a) the offer to sell a Zoomin Groomin franchise is accepted in Washington, (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington, or (c) the franchised Zoomin Groomin business will be located or operated, either wholly or partly, in Washington.
This means that if a prospective Zoomin Groomin franchisee lives in Washington and decides to purchase a franchise, or if they plan to operate their Zoomin Groomin franchise in Washington, the provisions of the Washington Addendum will be incorporated into their franchise agreement. This ensures that the franchise agreement complies with Washington state laws and protects the franchisee's rights under those laws.
The Washington Addendum also includes specific modifications to provisions within the franchise agreement, such as those related to indemnification, attorneys' fees, noncompetition covenants, and nonsolicitation agreements. These modifications reflect Washington state laws and aim to provide additional protections and clarity for Zoomin Groomin franchisees operating in Washington. Franchisees should carefully review the Washington Addendum to understand how it alters the standard franchise agreement and what rights and obligations it creates under Washington law.