What evidence of insurance is required to be submitted to IHG before starting construction of an Atwell Suites hotel?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Before starting construction of the Hotel (including any restaurants, bars or other components thereof), Licensee must (at Licensee's sole expense):
Submit to IHG evidence of insurance as required under this License.
Submit to IHG evidence that Licensee is entitled to possession of the premises on which the Hotel will be located, which documents shall be subject to IHG's approval.
Obtain any and all approvals, permits or licenses required for construction to begin.
Submit a copy of the general building permit to IHG when acquired.
Submit to IHG the proposed construction schedule.
The schedule should include critical path milestones and trade subdivisions in standard industry format.
Submit "Preliminary Plans" to IHG, for IHG's review and approval, before starting construction and in no event later than the Preliminary Plans Due Date set forth in Attachment "A" or such other date as IHG may agree with Licensee in writing. "Preliminary Plans" means site plans, building floor plans (all floor levels), enlarged guest room plans for all room types and exterior elevations with a color rendering as prepared by a qualified, licensed architect with knowledge of commercial building design and construction, including spatial relationships, and general quality of building systems, elements, products and materials, as is necessary to describe adequately the design of the Hotel.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, before starting construction of a new hotel, the franchisee must submit evidence of insurance to IHG as required under the license agreement. This requirement is in place to ensure that the franchisee has adequate insurance coverage to protect against potential risks and liabilities during the construction phase.
In addition to providing evidence of insurance, the franchisee must also submit documentation proving their right to possess the premises where the hotel will be built, subject to IHG's approval. Furthermore, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all necessary approvals, permits, and licenses required for construction to commence, including submitting a copy of the general building permit to IHG upon acquisition. The franchisee must also provide the proposed construction schedule, including critical path milestones and trade subdivisions in a standard industry format.
Finally, the franchisee is required to submit "Preliminary Plans" to IHG for review and approval before starting construction. These plans, prepared by a qualified, licensed architect, should include site plans, building floor plans for all levels, enlarged guest room plans for all room types, and exterior elevations with color renderings. This comprehensive submission ensures that IHG has a clear understanding of the design and construction plans for the Atwell Suites hotel before construction begins.