What is the franchisee's obligation during the as-built site survey for an Aplus franchise?

According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee must provide access to all areas of the site that require surveying during the as-built site survey. If the franchisee does not have an as-built survey in AutoCAD, Aplus will have a third-party vendor create one, and the cost will be passed on to the franchisee. The third-party engineering vendor will generate an architectural as-built in AutoCAD to Aplus specifications, including a floor plan, interior and exterior elevations, and photographs.

This means that if you become an Aplus franchisee, you'll need to allow the survey team to access all parts of your location so they can accurately document the existing conditions. This survey is crucial for creating the store layout and ensuring it meets Aplus's standards. The cost for this survey will be borne by the franchisee.

It is important to note that the third-party vendor will also design the store layout to Aplus standards and submit it to both Sunoco (the franchisor) and the franchisee for review and approval. The franchisee will also be responsible for paying a project management fee to the third-party engineering vendor, which covers equipment procurement, engineering support, and coordination with the franchisee's general contractor.