Does Boulder Designs provide standard plans for the Approved Location at no charge to the Franchisee?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall furnish evidence satisfactory to Franchisor that the Approved Location (if not the Franchisee's home office) is designed, constructed, and altered in compliance, at all times, with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, the regulations now or hereafter adopted pursuant thereto, and any and all applicable state or local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the FDD does not state that Boulder Designs provides standard plans for the Approved Location at no charge to the Franchisee. The document outlines the process for selecting and approving a location, but it does not specify whether standard plans are provided or if there are any associated costs.
The franchisee is responsible for ensuring the Approved Location complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) at their sole expense. This may involve design and construction considerations. The franchisee must get the location approved by Boulder Designs, and must operate the Boulder Designs business only from the approved location.
Prospective franchisees should clarify with Boulder Designs during their due diligence whether standard plans for the Approved Location are available and if there are any costs associated with obtaining or using them. This information is crucial for budgeting and planning the setup of the franchise.