What does the estimated construction cost for an Amorino franchise include?
Amorino Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The estimates above include a general contractor's fee (generally equal to 10% to 15% of total construction costs), contractor's insurance, materials and supplies, tools, labor and subcontractor fees, and other cost to construct leasehold improvements conforming to our standards.
Construction, build-out, fit-out, and modification costs can vary significantly depending on the initial condition of the leased space, whether or not the landlord will contribute to your buildout costs, zoning requirements, potential requirement for fire sprinkler systems, soundproofing requirements, the local market of qualified builders, and unforeseen contingencies that arise during the construction process.
| Leasehold Improvements: Construction; Remodeling, Alterations and Decorating Expenses(Note 3) | $140,000 to $400,000 | As Arranged between you and applicable third party | As incurred | Third Party Contractor(Note 10) |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 22–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amorino's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated construction costs for leasehold improvements include a general contractor's fee, which is generally 10% to 15% of total construction costs. These costs also cover the contractor's insurance, materials and supplies, tools, labor, and subcontractor fees. These expenses are necessary to construct leasehold improvements that meet Amorino's standards.
Amorino also specifies that construction, build-out, fit-out, and modification costs can vary significantly. This variance depends on factors such as the initial condition of the leased space, whether the landlord contributes to build-out costs, zoning requirements, the potential need for fire sprinkler systems or soundproofing, the availability of qualified builders in the local market, and any unforeseen issues during construction.
The FDD estimates that leasehold improvements, including construction, remodeling, alterations, and decorating expenses, will range from $140,000 to $400,000. These costs are arranged between the franchisee and a third-party contractor and are incurred as the work progresses.