Is Dq Treat required to consult with and assist franchisees on preopening construction and equipment installation for the franchised premises?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- (8) ADQ requires that it consult with and assist you on all preopening construction and equipment installation for the franchised premises, and that you sign the construction consultation services agreement included in this disclosure document as Exhibit G. ADQ will not provide this service if you do not retain the services of a general contractor licensed to work in the city and state in which the project is located. ADQ will not charge the construction consultation services fee if you pay the full initial franchise fee, but you must pay this fee if you pay a reduced or no initial franchise fee (for example, as a conversion franchisee or if you relocate your store under the relocation policy). You are responsible for any additional costs due to delays or complications beyond ADQ's control, and for any deviations or escalations in any leasehold improvements or construction costs, including any additional costs to comply with all federal, state, or local requirements.
(9) ADQ will provide you with design criteria information to assist you, your architects and engineers in preparing building plans. In the rare event that ADQ or one of its affiliates is the prime lessee of your store premises, you must purchase design intent plans designated by ADQ (see Item 5).
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 24–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dq Treat's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Dq Treat requires that it consult with and assist franchisees on all preopening construction and equipment installation for the franchised premises. As a franchisee, you must sign a construction consultation services agreement. However, Dq Treat will not provide this service if you do not hire a general contractor licensed to work in the city and state where the project is located.
If you pay the full initial franchise fee, Dq Treat will not charge a construction consultation services fee. However, if you pay a reduced or no initial franchise fee, such as if you are a conversion franchisee or relocate your store under the relocation policy, you must pay this fee. The estimated cost for construction consultation services ranges from $0 to $5,000 for a Captive-Venue location and $0 to $7,500 for a Street location.
As the franchisee, you are responsible for any additional costs due to delays or complications beyond Dq Treat's control. You are also responsible for any deviations or escalations in leasehold improvements or construction costs, including additional costs to comply with federal, state, or local requirements. This means that while Dq Treat offers consultation and assistance, the franchisee bears the ultimate financial responsibility for construction and equipment-related expenses and any unforeseen issues that may arise.