Under what condition is a Crave Cookies franchisee required to engage the services of a licensed architect?
Crave_Cookies Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If required by Crave Cookies Franchising, Franchisee shall engage the services of an architect licensed in the jurisdiction of the Location.
Franchisee shall not begin any construction or remodeling work without first obtaining Crave Cookies Franchising's approval of Franchisee's plans.
Crave Cookies Franchising may, but is not required to, inspect Franchisee's construction or remodeling progress at any reasonable time.
Franchisee shall not rely upon any information provided or opinions expressed by Crave Cookies Franchising or its representatives regarding any architectural, engineering, or legal matters (including without limitation the Americans With Disabilities Act) in the development and construction of the Business, and Crave Cookies Franchising assumes no liability with respect thereto.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 47)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crave Cookies's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is required to engage the services of a licensed architect if Crave Cookies Franchising requires it. Specifically, the franchisee must use an architect licensed in the jurisdiction of the location. This requirement is tied to the construction or remodeling of the Crave Cookies location.
This means that a prospective Crave Cookies franchisee might incur additional costs for architectural services, depending on the franchisor's requirements. It is important to note that the franchisee cannot begin any construction or remodeling without first getting approval of their plans from Crave Cookies Franchising.
Crave Cookies Franchising also states that franchisees should not rely on any information or opinions from Crave Cookies Franchising or its representatives regarding architectural, engineering, or legal matters. Crave Cookies Franchising assumes no liability with respect to the development and construction of the business. This places the responsibility and risk of compliance with local regulations and building codes on the franchisee, making the engagement of qualified professionals even more critical.