What costs related to on-site construction inspections of a Cicis restaurant might I have to reimburse?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
the terms will vary widely. This range includes (i) fee for second or subsequent on-site inspection of proposed site for your Cicis Restaurant, which will be in the range of $200 to $1,500; (ii) fee for the on-site construction inspection fee, which will be in range of $200 to $1,500; (iii) reimbursement to us of an estimated amount of $1,500 to $3,025 in cost that we may incur to conduct an on-site inspection of your Cicis Restaurant location before we approve it, (iv) reimbursement to us of an estimated amount of 1,500 to $3,025 in cost should we conduct an onsite inspection of the construction of your Cicis Restaurant, (iii) reimbursement to us of an estimated amount of 1,500 to $3,025 in cost that we may incur if we provide on-site training assistance for your third and subsequent res
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT FOR A CICIS BUFFET RESTAURANT (FDD pages 21–25)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as a franchisee, you may have to cover certain costs associated with on-site inspections of your restaurant location. Specifically, you might need to reimburse Cicis for expenses they incur to conduct an on-site inspection of your Cicis Restaurant location before they approve it. This reimbursement is estimated to be between $1,500 and $3,025.
Additionally, you may also need to reimburse Cicis for costs should they conduct an on-site inspection of the construction of your Cicis Restaurant. This cost is also estimated to be between $1,500 and $3,025. These inspections are part of Cicis's process to ensure that the location and construction meet their standards before you open for business.
These costs are part of the initial investment you'll need to make when opening a Cicis franchise. It's important to factor these potential expenses into your budget and discuss them with Cicis during your due diligence. Understanding these potential reimbursement costs will help you plan your finances effectively and avoid unexpected expenses during the setup phase of your Cicis restaurant.