For Bojangles Express Restaurants, who is responsible for obtaining and bearing all costs associated with the development of plans and specifications for the construction of the Restaurant, including interior and exterior modifications?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
cuted lease or a copy of an executed unconditional contract to purchase the site (or a deed if the site is owned by Developer), Franchisor will provide Developer with preliminary plans and specifications for the construction of a Bojangles standard, free-standing restaurant building for use by Developer and its architect, that must be approved by Franchisor, in preparation of final plans and specifications for the Restaurant to be constructed on the site. Developer shall bear the cost of any modifications to the preliminary plans and specifications provided to Developer by Franchisor. Final plans and specifications must be
approved by Franchisor before the start of construction. Developer shall obtain, at its cost, the necessary permits required to construct the Restaurant and shall meet all other applicable requirements established by local statute, local ordinance or otherwise. By the earlier of the
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 82–573)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for Bojangles Express Restaurants, the developer is responsible for obtaining and bearing all costs associated with the development of plans and specifications for the construction of the Restaurant, including those for any interior and exterior modifications or additions to the building or other structure where the Restaurant will be located. This means the franchisee, or developer, will have to pay for the creation of the restaurant's construction plans, including any changes needed for the interior and exterior of the building.
This is a deviation from the standard Bojangles restaurant model, where the franchisor provides preliminary plans. For Bojangles Express locations, the franchisee takes on the full financial burden of plan development. This could include architectural fees, engineering costs, and any other expenses related to creating the construction blueprints.
Additionally, all signage on the convenience store or other structure's premises relating to the Bojangles restaurant must be approved by the Franchisor. The developer must also obtain, at its cost, the necessary permits required to construct the Restaurant and required in connection with any signage related to the Restaurant and must meet all other applicable requirements established by local statute, local ordinance or otherwise. This includes the cost of permits for construction and signage, ensuring compliance with local regulations.