What assistance does Beehive Homes provide to the franchisee regarding initial licensing of the Home?
Beehive_Homes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee, at its sole expense, shall be responsible to engage its own architect, attorneys, contractors, general and subs, and other advisors to prepare final plans, construct the improvements and obtain all required permits and licensing. Final plans must be approved in writing by the Franchisor for compliance with "trade dress" guidelines prior to submission for building permits. Franchisor shall not be obligated to become a party to, and will have no liability whatsoever in connection with, anyagreements pertaining to the construction, furnishing, equipping and supplying of the Home.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 34–123)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beehive Homes' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining all required permits and licensing for the Home. Beehive Homes does not assist the franchisee in obtaining licenses for the Home. The franchisee must engage their own professionals to prepare plans, construct improvements, and obtain the necessary permits and licensing.
Beehive Homes will provide general architectural and design drawings as guidelines for the Home's trade dress, including elevations, floor plans, and the number of beds. The franchisee must get written approval from Beehive Homes for any variations, alterations, or modifications to these guidelines before submitting them for building permits. Beehive Homes will also provide an itemization of all furnishings, equipment, and supplies to be used in the operation of the Home.
While Beehive Homes offers assistance in location selection and provides architectural guidelines, the onus is on the franchisee to manage the actual construction and legal compliance aspects of establishing the Beehive Homes location. This division of responsibilities is typical in many franchise systems, where the franchisor provides brand standards and operational support, while the franchisee handles local regulatory requirements.