Who is responsible for ensuring that the construction plans and specifications for a Cinnaholic bakery comply with building codes and ordinances?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must prepare all required construction plans and specifications and ensure they comply with building codes and ordinances. If your construction plans and specifications deviate from our plans and specifications, you must obtain our approval of the changes. It is your responsibility to obtain all required licenses, permits, and approvals associated with constructing and operating your Bakery.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 21–25)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for ensuring that all construction plans and specifications comply with local building codes and ordinances. This means that the franchisee must take the necessary steps to verify that the plans meet all legal requirements before construction begins.
Furthermore, if the franchisee's construction plans deviate from Cinnaholic's standard plans and specifications, the franchisee must obtain approval from Cinnaholic for these changes. This ensures that while the franchisee is responsible for code compliance, Cinnaholic maintains control over brand standards and design integrity.
In addition to code compliance, the franchisee is also responsible for obtaining all required licenses, permits, and approvals associated with constructing and operating the Cinnaholic bakery. This includes navigating local regulations and ensuring that all necessary paperwork is completed and submitted to the relevant authorities.