What does my obligation to complete construction of the Crisp & Green Franchised Restaurant include?
Crisp_Green Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Your obligation to complete construction of the Franchised Restaurant includes obtaining all required construction and occupancy licenses and permits, developing the premises (including all outdoor features and landscaping of the premises), installing all required fixtures, furnishings, equipment and signs, and doing all other things required by the Franchise Agreement or by practical necessity to have the Franchised Restaurant ready to open for business by the required opening date. You must give us at least 30 days' prior notice of the date on which you plan to open the Franchised Restaurant. You may not open the Franchised Restaurant for business until we have notified you that the Franchised Restaurant meets our requirements for opening, including payment in full of the initial franchise fee and all other amounts then owing to us, successful completion of Crisp Academy, and our receipt of your certificates of insurance.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 26–31)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Crisp & Green's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, your obligation to complete construction of the franchised restaurant is comprehensive. It includes obtaining all necessary construction and occupancy licenses and permits. You are also responsible for developing the premises, which encompasses all outdoor features and landscaping.
Furthermore, you must install all required fixtures, furnishings, equipment, and signs to meet Crisp & Green's standards. Essentially, you must take all actions required by the Franchise Agreement or by practical necessity to ensure the restaurant is ready to open for business by the required opening date.
Before opening, you must provide Crisp & Green with at least 30 days' notice of your planned opening date. You cannot open for business until Crisp & Green confirms that the restaurant meets their opening requirements. This includes full payment of the initial franchise fee and any other outstanding amounts, successful completion of Crisp Academy training, and providing certificates of insurance.