Who is responsible for developing and furnishing the premises for a Craters & Freighters franchise?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 4.3 Development of the Premises. Franchisee will be solely responsible for developing and furnishing the Premises. Franchisor will provide to Franchisee mandatory or suggested specifications for the premises of a Craters & Freighters Franchised Business including but not limited to those involving dimensions, design, image, interior layout, décor, fixtures, Equipment, computer hardware and software, signs, and color scheme which Franchisor has approved based on its standards for quality, design, appearance, function, and performance. Franchisee must provide Franchisor with the construction plans for the Premises ("Construction Plans"), and receive Franchisor's written approval of such Construction Plans, before construction of the Premises commences. Franchisee will, upon request by Franchisor, submit to Franchisor all revised or "as
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 49–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Craters & Freighters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for developing and furnishing the premises for their Craters & Freighters franchise. However, Craters & Freighters provides mandatory or suggested specifications for the premises, including dimensions, design, image, interior layout, décor, fixtures, equipment, computer hardware and software, signs, and color schemes.
The franchisee must submit construction plans to Craters & Freighters for written approval before starting any construction. This ensures that the premises align with Craters & Freighters's standards for quality, design, appearance, function, and performance.
This means that while franchisees have the responsibility for the build-out, they must adhere to Craters & Freighters's guidelines and obtain approval for their construction plans. This helps maintain brand consistency and operational standards across all franchise locations.