What must the Chicken Guy franchisee ensure regarding the plans for signage installation?
Chicken_Guy Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Tenant must ensure drawings, plans and specifications for installation of signage (the "Plans") comply with applicable ordinances, building codes and zoning and permit requirements.
Installation and construction of signage and costs incurred shall be the responsibility of Tenant.
If, in the course of construction, any such change in the Plans is contemplated, Tenant shall be required to obtain Landlord and Franchisor's written approval prior to proceeding.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–286)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chicken Guy's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must ensure that the drawings, plans, and specifications for the installation of signage comply with all applicable ordinances, building codes, zoning, and permit requirements. This means the franchisee is responsible for verifying that the signage plans adhere to local regulations before proceeding with the installation.
Prior to fabricating any signage, the franchisee is required to submit drawings, plans, and specifications for all proposed signage work to Chicken Guy for written approval. These submissions must clearly show the location of the sign on the designated area, including graphics, color, construction, and attachment details. Chicken Guy will review the drawings and mark them as "Approved," "Approved Based on Chicken Guy Modifications," or "Disapproved." If the plans are not approved, the franchisee must redesign and resubmit them within ten days of receipt.
The franchisee is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits required by ordinances, building codes, sign codes, and zoning laws before installation. Additionally, all signage must be installed and constructed in a workmanlike manner, complying with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations, including the requirements of local and state regulatory authorities. Chicken Guy also retains the right to approve all signage to be displayed in, at, or near the facility, ensuring it is at least equal in size to the signage for any other businesses operated at the facility.
Failure to comply with these requirements can result in the removal of unapproved signage at the franchisee's expense. This rigorous approval process ensures that all Chicken Guy locations maintain a consistent brand image and adhere to local regulations, which is a common practice in franchising to protect brand standards and avoid legal issues.