When must an Even Hotels franchisee submit 'Preliminary Plans' to IHG for review and approval?
Even_Hotels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Submit "Preliminary Plans" to IHG, for IHG's review and approval, before starting construction and in no event later than the Preliminary Plans Due Date set forth in Attachment "A" or such other date as IHG may agree with Licensee in writing. "Preliminary Plans" means site plans, building floor plans (all floor levels), enlarged guest room plans for all room types and exterior elevations with a color rendering as prepared by a qualified, licensed architect with knowledge of commercial building design and construction, including spatial relationships, and general quality of building systems, elements, products and materials, as is necessary to describe adequately the design of the Hotel.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 99–438)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Even Hotels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must submit "Preliminary Plans" to IHG for review and approval before starting construction. The submission must occur no later than the Preliminary Plans Due Date outlined in Attachment "A". However, the FDD allows for an alternative date if IHG agrees to it in writing with the franchisee.
The "Preliminary Plans" must include site plans, building floor plans for all floor levels, enlarged guest room plans for all room types, and exterior elevations with a color rendering. These plans must be prepared by a qualified, licensed architect who possesses knowledge of commercial building design and construction, including spatial relationships, and the general quality of building systems, elements, products, and materials. The level of detail should adequately describe the design of the Even Hotels location.
This requirement ensures that the proposed Even Hotels location meets IHG's design and brand standards before significant construction begins. Franchisees should pay close attention to the deadlines in Attachment A and maintain open communication with IHG to avoid delays. The franchisee is responsible for all costs associated with the creation and submission of the Preliminary Plans.