Is Browns Chicken's approval required for the architectural plans and specifications for a Browns Chicken store?

You are required under the Franchise Agreement to do the following in connection with the development of the Store:

• 1. Prepare suitable architectural plans and specifications and a site survey for the Store at the Premises, in accordance with Brown's requirements for dimensions, exterior design, materials, parking area, interior layout, equipment, fixtures, furniture and signs and decorating of the Store and conforming to all applicable ordinances, building and zoning codes, permit requirements and lease requirements and restrictions, which plans must be submitted to and approved by Brown;
• 1. Obtain all required zoning changes and all required health, sanitation, building, utility, sign and business permits and licenses and any other required permits and licenses; purchase or lease and install all equipment, fixtures, furniture and signs required for the Store (including obtaining sanitation certification as required by your state, and having on duty at your Store a certified manager at all times); and
• 1. Construct all required improvements to and decorate the Premises in compliance with plans and specifications approved by Brown and with all applicable laws.

Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 16–18)