Is a Deka Lash franchisee required to submit the site layout for approval?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Plans and Layout. We, or our designee, will furnish to you a sample site layout plan. You are required to have the site laid out by our approved furniture supplier. You are required to submit the layout and have it approved by us. We will typically approve or disapprove a proposed layout within 14 days of your submission to us. Once approved by us, it is your responsibility to remodel the premises and install the furniture, fixtures and equipment accordingly. (Franchise Agreement, Sections 5.2(b) and 6.2(c)).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 32–40)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to submit their site layout plan for approval. Deka Lash will provide a sample site layout plan, and the franchisee must have the site laid out by Deka Lash's approved furniture supplier. The franchisee is then required to submit this layout to Deka Lash for approval. Deka Lash typically approves or disapproves the proposed layout within 14 days of submission.
This process ensures that each Deka Lash studio adheres to the brand's standards and specifications, maintaining a consistent look and feel across all locations. This consistency can positively impact brand recognition and customer experience. Franchisees must factor in this approval timeline when planning their studio build-out to avoid delays.
Once Deka Lash approves the layout, the franchisee is responsible for remodeling the premises and installing the furniture, fixtures, and equipment according to the approved plan. This step highlights the franchisee's responsibility for the physical setup of the studio, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the approved layout to meet Deka Lash's standards.