If applicable, what general arrangement drawings are required for an Aplus store conversion?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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6. Section 18, Transferability of Interest
In Section 18.2.8, the Transfer Fee shall equal $15,000.00.
7. Supplemental Terms:
The parties acknowledge and agree that the Agreement is hereby supplemented by the inclusion of the following terms and conditions:
22. STORE SPECIFIC ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
22.1. Construction or Conversion
- 22.1.1. In the case of ground-up construction or conversion of an existing building to an APLUS Store, as soon as reasonably practicable after execution of this Agreement, you shall supply Sunoco and its designated third party engineering vendor with the following items sufficient to enable the third party engineering vendor to prepare standard engineering and architectural plans, including but not limited to, plans of Sunoco's then current typical APLUS Store scheme suitable for your property so as to enable you to apply for the applicable permits necessary for the construction or modification of the Premises and, under certain conditions, a beer and wine license and to construct, or (where applicable) convert to such a typical facility (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Plans"):
- (a) photographs of the entire site, including improvements and corner signage, if any, and of adjacent business properties;
- (b) current topographic survey of the property, showing all existing elevations and site features; width of streets; type of curbs cuts and corner radius; existing sidewalks and/or approaches, including the material and condition; location of existing power poles, light poles, hydrants, traffic light poles, water, gas and electrical curb boxes; buildings and islands on the site, if any, by dimension; paving; landscaping; trees; fencing retaining walls; underground motor fuel storage, if any; property line dimensions, angles and bearings; known setbacks, easements and code restrictions; and north arrow and notes on any special building, zoning and/or sign code regulations affecting the property;
- (c) copy of the deed, lease or other document(s) evidencing your right to possess and modify the Premises; and a copy of all restrictions, if any, affecting the Premises and your rights;
- (d) where applicable, general arrangement "As Built" drawing(s) including informational sketches and data showing: drawing used for construction of building (if available); exterior dimensions, length, width and height of every vertical and horizontal surface; interior dimensions, length, width and height of every room, location of all existing electrical outlets, plumbing lines, fixtures, switches, controls, furniture, obstructions in area to be occupied by walk-in coolers; all other major obstructions such as columns, downspouts, vents and ducts; existing ceiling layout and placement of all light fixtures, and grilles; location of heating, air conditioning, and water heating units, type, size and conditions; electrical panel, size of service, number of circuits, condition of panel; if reusable as is, or with supplementary panel and if three-phase service is available; description of existing structural system, age, type, size, location of beams, columns, bearing walls, shear walls;
current condition of building, roof, exterior, interior, restrooms, walkways, existing motor fuel storage and dispensing system, if any, showing age, size and type of underground tanks (steel or fiberglass), make and size of suction pumps, leak detectors, make and model of pumps and or dispensers and self-serve console/equipment, if any; describe necessary repairs; provide photographs of: all four sides of building, interior of office, storage, bays, electrical panel, heating/air conditioning unit, unusual conditions, existing islands, signs and canopies; local building restrictions affecting plans;
- (e) such additional information as Sunoco may request in order to prepare Plans or that you may deem pertinent.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–302)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, in the case of converting an existing building to an Aplus store, the franchisee must supply Sunoco and its third-party engineering vendor with items sufficient to prepare standard engineering and architectural plans. These plans will align with Sunoco's current Aplus store scheme, enabling the franchisee to apply for necessary permits for construction or modification. These permits may include those necessary for a beer and wine license, if applicable.
The required items include photographs of the entire site, encompassing improvements, corner signage, and adjacent business properties. Additionally, a current topographic survey of the property is needed, showing all existing elevations, site features, street widths, curb types, sidewalks, locations of utility poles and boxes, building dimensions, paving, landscaping, trees, fencing, underground motor fuel storage (if any), property line dimensions, known setbacks, easements, code restrictions, and a north arrow with notes on any special building, zoning, or sign code regulations affecting the property.
If the franchisee lacks an as-built survey in AutoCAD, one will be created by Sunoco's third-party vendor, with the cost passed on to the franchisee. During the as-built site survey, the franchisee must provide access to all areas requiring survey. 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. The third-party vendor will design the store layout to Aplus standards and submit it to Sunoco and the franchisee for review and approvals. The vendor will also charge the franchisee a project management fee to cover equipment procurement, engineering support, and coordination with the franchisee's general contractor.
After receiving comments on the preliminary plans, the third-party engineering vendor and/or Sunoco will prepare the final plans, including architectural and engineering plans consistent with the information furnished by the franchisee. The franchisee is responsible for applying for all necessary permits within 30 days of receiving the final plans and must construct or convert the premises in accordance with these plans, with any alterations requiring Sunoco's prior written consent.