Does Big Blue Swim School own the Plans for the School?
Big_Blue_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (3) Your Project/Construction Manager or other third-party vendor will adapt the Plans for the School, using the outside service providers and vendors that we or it selects. We own the Plans.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 75–76)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, Big Blue Swim School retains ownership of the Plans for the School. While the franchisee is responsible for the School's development expenses and must ensure the Plans comply with local laws and lease requirements, the franchisor maintains ownership of the Plans themselves.
Prospective franchisees must use a Project/Construction Manager or third-party vendor to adapt the Plans for the School, utilizing service providers and vendors selected by either the franchisee or Big Blue Swim School. This adaptation ensures the School meets all necessary legal and regulatory standards. Franchisees must inform Big Blue Swim School of any changes they believe are necessary to comply with local laws and lease requirements.
This arrangement allows Big Blue Swim School to maintain brand consistency and control over the design and layout of its locations. However, it also means franchisees must adhere to the franchisor's specifications and guidelines, even when adapting the Plans to meet local requirements. Franchisees do not have the freedom to alter the Plans without approval from Big Blue Swim School.