What on-site inspection fees are included in the leasehold improvement range for a Cicis Restaurant?
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, the leasehold improvement range includes several on-site inspection fees. These fees cover inspections of the proposed site and the construction phase of a Cicis Restaurant. Specifically, the range incorporates a fee for a second or subsequent on-site inspection of the proposed site, which falls between $200 and $1,500. Additionally, it includes an on-site construction inspection fee, also ranging from $200 to $1,500.
Furthermore, the leasehold improvement range accounts for reimbursements to Cicis for costs incurred during on-site inspections. This includes an estimated reimbursement of $1,500 to $3,025 for the initial on-site inspection of the restaurant location before approval. A similar reimbursement, estimated at $1,500 to $3,025, is included for on-site construction inspections. These reimbursements cover Cicis's expenses for conducting these essential inspections.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that these inspection fees are part of the overall leasehold improvement costs, which can vary based on factors such as location and local market conditions. Franchisees should factor these costs into their initial investment calculations and be prepared to cover these expenses as part of the restaurant build-out process. Understanding these fees helps in budgeting and financial planning when opening a Cicis franchise.