Under what condition will the Plan Review fee be waived for an Apricot Lane franchisee?
Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
E chooses a licensed architect or design firm on its own, one who has not had experience with a Specialty Store, that architect must be approved by FRANCHISOR.
In addition, a Plan Review fee of One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500) may be charged at time of submittal of completed plans for FRANCHISOR's approval which covers FRANCHISOR's cost in consulting with FRANCHISEE's architect and for offsetting the cost of having the plans reviewed by FRANCHISOR's architect or designer. This fee will no
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 51–222)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Apricot Lane Franchise Disclosure Document, a Plan Review fee of $1,500 may be charged when a franchisee submits completed plans for approval. This fee covers Apricot Lane's costs for consulting with the franchisee's architect and having the plans reviewed by Apricot Lane's architect or designer.
The $1,500 Plan Review fee will be waived if the Apricot Lane franchisee hires Apricot Lane's approved architect or designer to design the facility.
This waiver is because Apricot Lane's approved architect or designer is already familiar with the requirements for a Specialty Store, eliminating the need for the additional review and consultation covered by the fee. This can be a significant benefit for new franchisees, as it can save them money on initial setup costs. However, franchisees should carefully consider whether using Apricot Lane's approved architect or designer is the best option for their specific needs and budget, as there may be other qualified professionals available.