Does Beehive Homes provide assistance with construction of the Home?
Beehive_Homes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WE do not assist in construction, remodeling or decorating of the site. (paragraph 7.2 of the Franchise Agreement)
- (2) to provide YOU with general architectural and design drawings for a Home to submit to YOUR architect for rendering, and to provide YOU with an itemization of all equipment and supplies to be used in the operation of the Home.
It will be YOUR responsibility to engage, at YOUR expense, an architect and an engineer who will prepare the final specifications and drawings, and provided necessary stamps and certifications to be submitted for approval by local government agencies and by the franchisor, all of whom must approve prior to the start of construction.
Upon YOUR request, WE will provide assistance and guidance in negotiating construction, equipment and supply contracts for the construction, furnishing and equipping of the Home.
However, YOU are solely responsible for the terms of all contracts and exercising adequate supervision.
YOU are responsible for conforming YOUR site to applicable ordinances, codes and zoning. (paragraph 7.1 of the Franchise Agreement)
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement with the accompanying payment of one-third (1/3) of the initial franchise fee and the opening of YOUR Bee Hive Home can vary greatly, up to 18 months to 30 months.
Factors affecting this length of time usually include obtaining a satisfactory location, financing arrangements, finalizing architectural plans conforming with applicable building codes, local zoning and ordinance compliance, permitting, site improvement, construction of the Home and delivery and installation of decor, fixtures and equipment.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 17–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beehive Homes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Beehive Homes offers limited assistance with the construction of a Home. While Beehive Homes does not assist in the actual construction, remodeling, or decorating of the site, they do provide franchisees with general architectural and design drawings to submit to their architect for rendering. Beehive Homes also provides an itemization of all equipment and supplies needed for the Home's operation.
It is the franchisee's responsibility to engage an architect and engineer, at their own expense, to prepare the final specifications and drawings. These plans must then be submitted for approval by local government agencies and Beehive Homes. The franchisee is responsible for ensuring the site conforms to all applicable ordinances, codes, and zoning regulations.
Upon request, Beehive Homes will provide assistance and guidance in negotiating construction, equipment, and supply contracts. However, the franchisee remains solely responsible for the terms of all contracts and for exercising adequate supervision during the construction process. The typical time between signing the Franchise Agreement and opening the Beehive Homes location can vary greatly, from 18 to 30 months, depending on factors such as location, financing, architectural plans, permitting, and construction.