When are Architectural Fees and Permits due for a Big Air Trampoline Park?
Big_Air_Trampoline_Park Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We will also work with you to develop a basic design for your Big Air Trampoline Facility.
You will need to hire our designated architect or hire a local architect to prepare plans for your particular location and to create construction drawings which will be used by your local contractor to secure construction permits and to build your location.
- (15) Additional Funds. This is for budgeting purposes only to account for unanticipated expenses. This amount includes estimated operating expenses you should expect to incur during the first three months of operations, not including any revenue generated by your Big Air Trampoline Business. It includes Working Capital, Royalties, National Marketing and Promotions Fees, POS licensing fees Technology Support Fees, advertising, payroll costs, deposits, fees for city, state and local business licenses, business entity organization expenses, other prepaid expenses, accounting and professional fees, real estate leasing costs that may be payable during the first three months of operation, and other operational expenses. These figures do not include any taxes or other permitting or licensing fees that you may pay. You should check with your local and state governmental agencies for any taxes and other permitting and licensing fees that may be assessed.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 15–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the timing of architectural fees and permit costs for a Big Air Trampoline Park is not explicitly detailed. However, the FDD does provide some context regarding these expenses.
The FDD mentions that franchisees will need to hire a designated or local architect to prepare plans and construction drawings necessary for securing construction permits and building the location. It also notes that the franchisee will likely negotiate the terms and conditions of agreements related to property alteration, with assistance from Big Air Trampoline Park. This suggests that architectural fees would be due when engaging the architect to develop the required plans.
Regarding permits, the FDD indicates that franchisees are responsible for checking with local and state governmental agencies for any taxes, permitting, and licensing fees that may be assessed. Since the construction drawings prepared by the architect are used to secure construction permits, it is implied that permit fees would be due around the time of application for these permits. The FDD also includes additional funds for city, state and local business licenses, which suggests these are due during the first three months of operation.
To gain a clearer understanding of the specific payment schedules for architectural fees and permits, a prospective Big Air Trampoline Park franchisee should directly inquire with the franchisor about the typical process and payment milestones. Additionally, consulting with local contractors and permitting offices can provide more precise information on when these costs are incurred in their specific area.