What are the requirements for construction and/or remodeling of a Best Brains Franchised Business location?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- D. Construction of the Franchised Business. After obtaining possession of a site for Franchised Business, you must promptly:
- (i) cause to be prepared and submit to us for approval a site survey and any proposed modifications to our basic plans and specifications required for the development of the Franchised Business. This includes dimensions, exterior design, materials, interior design and layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture, signs and decorating. You may modify our basic plans and specifications only to the extent required to comply with applicable
ordinances, building codes, and permit requirements with prior notification and approval by us;
- (ii) obtain all required zoning changes, permits, and licenses;
- (iii) purchase or lease equipment, fixtures, furniture and signs provided herein;
- (iv) complete the construction and/or remodeling, equipment, furniture and sign installation and decorating of the Franchised Business in strict compliance with plans and specifications approved by us and in compliance with all applicable ordinances, building codes and permit requirements;
- (v) obtain all customary contractors' sworn statements and partial and final waivers of lien for construction, remodeling, decorating and installation services;
- (vi) purchase, in accordance with our specifications and requirements, an opening inventory of products and supplies required for the Franchised Business;
- (vii) establish filing, accounting, and inventory control systems conforming to our requirements; and
- (viii) otherwise complete development of and have the Franchised Business ready to open and commence the conduct of its business in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
You shall not open the Franchised Business for business without our prior written approval.
E. Remodel the Premises. You shall be required to periodically make reasonable capital expenditures to re-equip, remodel, modernize and redecorate the premises of the Franchised Business so that the Franchised Business reflects our current image. All remodeling, modernization, or redecoration of the premises and replacement of equipment must be done in accordance with the standards and specifications that we have prescribed and with our prior written approval.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 42–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to specific requirements during the construction and remodeling phases of their franchised business. After securing a site, a Best Brains franchisee is required to submit a site survey and any proposed modifications to the franchisor's basic plans and specifications for approval. This submission must include details regarding dimensions, exterior and interior design, materials, layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture, signs, and decorating. Any modifications to the standard plans must be pre-approved by Best Brains and comply with all applicable ordinances, building codes, and permit requirements.
Best Brains franchisees must also complete construction and/or remodeling in strict compliance with the franchisor's approved plans and all applicable regulations. This includes obtaining all necessary zoning changes, permits, and licenses, as well as purchasing or leasing specified equipment, fixtures, furniture, and signs. Franchisees are responsible for obtaining contractors' sworn statements and lien waivers for all construction, remodeling, decorating, and installation services. Prior to opening, franchisees must also purchase an opening inventory of products and supplies according to Best Brains' specifications and establish compliant filing, accounting, and inventory control systems. The franchised business cannot open without the franchisor's prior written approval.
Best Brains also requires franchisees to periodically make capital expenditures to re-equip, remodel, modernize, and redecorate their premises to reflect the current brand image. All such activities must adhere to the franchisor's standards and specifications and require prior written approval. This ensures that all Best Brains locations maintain a consistent and up-to-date appearance, which is a common practice in franchising to uphold brand standards and customer expectations. Failing to comply with these construction and remodeling requirements could result in a breach of the franchise agreement.