Who owns the rights to the B Bops plans and specifications after modifications?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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provided by Company, 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.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 B Bops Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for selecting an architect to transform B Bops' specifications into site-specific plans that comply with local codes. The franchisee bears the cost of this process. These site-specific plans require B Bops' written approval before construction can begin.
Furthermore, B Bops retains the right to modify the Licensed System, Licensed Marks, or standards outlined in the Operations Manual. These modifications must be commercially reasonable and not conflict with the franchise agreement. The franchisee is obligated to implement these changes at their own expense within the timeframe specified by B Bops.
While the franchisee is responsible for creating and paying for site-specific plans, B Bops maintains control over the overall system standards and can mandate changes. The FDD excerpt does not explicitly state who owns the rights to the modified plans and specifications after modifications. A prospective franchisee should clarify with B Bops who owns the rights to the modified plans and specifications after modifications.