Does Antioch Pizza Shop have architectural guidelines for the premises?
Antioch_Pizza_Shop Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (3) Architectural guidelines, color schemes and motifs that meet our uniform appearance and functionality standards. You must construct and/or remodel your premises in accordance with local ordinances and building codes and obtain required permits, at your sole expense. You must submit your plans and specifications to us for review before you submit them to any governmental authorities for approval. We may provide advisory assistance regarding your plans and specifications at your expense. (See Franchise Agreement, Section 3(d)).
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 29–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, Antioch Pizza Shop does provide architectural guidelines for its franchise locations. Franchisees are required to construct or remodel their premises in accordance with local ordinances and building codes, obtaining all necessary permits at their own expense.
As part of the build-out process, franchisees must submit their architectural plans and specifications to Antioch Pizza Shop for review before submitting them to any governmental authorities for approval. Antioch Pizza Shop may offer advisory assistance regarding these plans and specifications, but this assistance is provided at the franchisee's expense.
These guidelines also include stipulations for color schemes and motifs to ensure a uniform appearance and functionality across all Antioch Pizza Shop locations. This helps maintain brand consistency and customer recognition. Franchisees should carefully review these guidelines and factor in the potential costs of compliance when planning their initial investment.