What must the detailed construction blueprints of an Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise comply with?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You may use a local architect, subject to our prior approval, to provide detailed construction blueprints, which must comply with our specifications and approval, and to assist with permitting and other services.
Exhibit 5 contains an outline allocating deliverables and responsibilities of the Franchisor, the Franchisee, and others with respect to the design of the Franchise Premises and related matters.
This information is subject to change at Franchisor's discretion.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 50–189)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if franchisees choose to use a local architect for detailed construction blueprints, those blueprints must comply with Afuri Ramen Dumpling's specifications and require their approval.
Afuri Ramen Dumpling also requires franchisees to use their designated architect to create the general project concept and schematics. Franchisees are responsible for paying Afuri Ramen Dumpling or their designated architect directly, according to the document.
Exhibit 5 of the Franchise Agreement outlines the allocation of responsibilities regarding the design of the Franchise Premises. This exhibit details the deliverables and responsibilities of the Franchisor, the Franchisee, and other parties involved in the design process. The information within Exhibit 5 is subject to change at Afuri Ramen Dumpling's discretion.