Are Angry Chickz franchisees required to use only licensed and bonded architects, engineers, and general contractors approved by the company?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 5.3.2 Franchisee shall only employ licensed and bonded architects, engineers and general contractors, that have been approved by Company, to prepare all architectural, engineering and construction drawings and site plans, and to obtain all Permits required to construct, remodel, renovate, and/or equip the Franchised Business and Premises in accordance with the Standards and
Applicable Law. Franchisee acknowledges that Standards (including layouts) provided by Company may not comply with Applicable Law and it is Franchisee's responsibility to modify the Standards (including layouts) to comply with Applicable Law, subject to Company's acceptance as provided below. All drawings and plans shall be submitted to Company for its prior review and acceptance before Franchisee's commencement of construction. All drawings and plans shall be submitted to Company with a construction and build-out calendar reflecting that the construction and development of the Franchised Business will be completed within the time periods required by this Agreement. If Company does not deliver written notice that Company accepts or rejects such plans or drawings within 10 days, the plans or drawings shall be deemed rejected.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Angry Chickz's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use only licensed and bonded architects, engineers, and general contractors that have been approved by the company. This requirement applies to the preparation of all architectural, engineering, and construction drawings and site plans, as well as obtaining the necessary permits for constructing, remodeling, renovating, and equipping the franchised business.
This stipulation ensures that all construction and development work meets Angry Chickz's standards and complies with applicable laws. Franchisees must submit all drawings and plans to Angry Chickz for prior review and acceptance before starting any construction. If Angry Chickz does not provide written notice of acceptance or rejection within 10 days, the plans are considered rejected.
This requirement protects Angry Chickz's brand standards and ensures quality control across all franchise locations. While it may limit the franchisee's choice of service providers, it also provides a level of assurance that the chosen professionals meet Angry Chickz's criteria. Franchisees should factor in the time required for plan review and approval when developing their construction timeline to avoid delays. It is also the franchisee's responsibility to ensure that the plans comply with all applicable laws, even if they adhere to Angry Chickz's standards.