What is the B Bops franchisee's responsibility regarding the plans and specifications for construction?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall be responsible, at its sole cost, for selecting an architect to transform such specifications into site specific plans and specifications which shall comply with all local codes, regulations and ordinances applicable to construction of the Franchise Premises and operation of the Franchise. Prior to commencement of construction of any improvements, Franchisee shall obtain Company's written approval of the site specific plans and specifications for the Franchise Premises. Upon receipt of such approval, Franchisee shall enter into a contract with a responsible contractor providing for construction of improvements to the Franchise Premises in accordance with site specific plans and specifications, all at the expense of Franchisee. Franchisee shall be responsible for obtaining all building, zoning, utility and other permits necessary for construction of the Franchise Premises and for obtaining all landlord consents for said construction required under any applicable lease or other governing document, all at the expense of Franchisee.
Company shall conduct a pre-opening inspection of the Franchise Premises to confirm that construction of the improvements has been undertaken in accordance with the site specific plans and specifications. If Company, in its sole discretion, determines that construction of the improvements or installation of the equipment, fixtures, furnishings or signage has failed in any material respect to comply with the site specific plans and specifications Company shall be entitled to delay of the opening of the Franchise until such time as the necessary corrections in design or installation have been made to Company's reasonable satisfaction. All corrections and modifications to the Franchise Premises required by Company shall be undertaken at the expense of Franchisee. After completion of construction, Franchisee will make no alteration or modification of the facilities, equipment, fixtures, furnishings, appearance or signage (interior or exterior) of the Franchise Premises, except with the prior written approval of Company. Company may in its discretion conduct periodic inspections of the Franchise Premises during the construction phase of the project for compliance with the site specific plans and specifications.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, while B Bops provides the initial construction plans and specifications, the franchisee bears significant responsibility and costs related to adapting and implementing those plans. The franchisee is responsible for selecting an architect to convert the franchisor-provided specifications into site-specific plans that comply with all local codes, regulations, and ordinances. This adaptation and compliance are at the franchisee's sole cost.
Prior to starting construction, the franchisee must obtain B Bops's written approval of these site-specific plans. The franchisee is then responsible for hiring a contractor to build the improvements according to the approved plans, again at the franchisee's expense. Furthermore, the franchisee must secure all necessary building, zoning, and utility permits, as well as any required landlord consents, also at their own expense.
B Bops conducts a pre-opening inspection to ensure construction aligns with the approved site-specific plans. If the construction or installation fails to comply materially with these plans, B Bops can delay the franchise opening until the necessary corrections are made to their satisfaction, with all corrections being at the franchisee's expense. After construction, the franchisee cannot alter or modify the premises without prior written approval from B Bops. B Bops may also conduct periodic inspections during construction to ensure compliance with the site-specific plans.