Is a Beard Papas franchisee required to hire an architect?
Beard_Papas Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Note 14: Professional Fees – This estimate is for costs associated with the engagement of professionals such as attorneys, accountants and architects for advisories consistent with the start-up of a Shop. You will be required to hire an architect to develop plans that meet our standards and specifications and comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations for the development and operation of your Shop. We recommend that you seek the assistance of professional advisors when evaluating this franchise opportunity, this Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement and, if applicable, the Multi-Unit Development Agreement. It is also advisable to consult these professionals to review any lease and other contracts that you will enter into as part of the development and operation of your Shop.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–26)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beard Papas's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to hire an architect. Specifically, the FDD states that this professional is needed to develop plans that meet Beard Papas's standards and specifications. These plans must also comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations for the development and operation of the shop.
This requirement is listed under 'Professional Fees,' which are part of the estimated initial investment for opening a Beard Papas franchise. The fees cover costs associated with engaging professionals such as attorneys, accountants, and architects for advisories consistent with starting up a shop.
Prospective franchisees should factor in the cost of hiring an architect when assessing the overall financial investment required to open a Beard Papas franchise. It is also advisable to consult with these professionals to review any lease and other contracts that will be entered into as part of the development and operation of the shop.