When did the principals of Epcon Communities, LLC begin developing the Epcon Communities Development System?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In 1986, Epcon LLC's two principals began the work and development projects that ultimately became the Epcon Communities Development System described in this Item 1 as the "Development System".
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–11)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the principals of Epcon Communities, LLC initiated the development projects that evolved into the Epcon Communities Development System in 1986. This system is central to the franchise, as it involves the methods, architectural plans, and building designs used for constructing residential homes in Epcon Communities projects.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates that the Development System has been in development for approximately 39 years, suggesting a mature and established system. The principals' long-term involvement implies a deep understanding of the residential community development process.
It is important to note that Epcon Communities Franchising, LLC (ECFL) itself has not developed Epcon Communities projects. Instead, its role is to license franchisees to use the Development System. The Development System includes copyrighted architectural plans and building designs, which franchisees are granted the right to use under the franchise agreement. Franchisees should be aware that they need to engage local architects and legal counsel to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations, and modifications to the plans may be necessary.