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Where can I find an outline allocating deliverables and responsibilities for the design of an Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise?

Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

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, Exhibit 5 to the Franchise Agreement contains an outline that allocates the deliverables and responsibilities of the franchisor, the franchisee, and others regarding the design of the franchise premises and related matters. This information is subject to change at Afuri Ramen Dumpling's discretion.

The outline covers the schematic design phase, which establishes the general scope, scale, and relationships among the project's components. Afuri Ramen Dumpling's deliverables include schematic designs of the tenant space, preliminary equipment schedules, additional schematic revisions, and a working trip to verify as-built drawings. The franchisee is responsible for supplying information such as the occupancy of space, drawings of the as-built floor plan and site plan, elevation drawings, a project timeline, and feedback from their architect regarding local building code compliance.

The franchisee's architect or designer is expected to review and approve the final floor plan before further development. The design development phase involves Afuri Ramen Dumpling conceptualizing the finishes and interior design based on the Afuri Design Model. Deliverables include interior elevations and sections, construction details, wall finishes and countertop plans, lighting and electrical plans, and a patio seating plan if needed. The franchisor also approves the location of Afuri signage, with designs provided as part of the Design Guide. The franchisee's architect provides feedback on local building code compliance, and design work is completed by the franchisee's architect or designer.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.