Who is responsible for the construction or remodeling costs for Even Hotels?
Even_Hotels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
At least 210 days prior to ground break, you must submit preliminary plans. Holiday will approve your construction plans for conversion or new development if they meet the requirements of the License and the Standards. You may not start construction until you obtain Holiday's approval. Construction or remodeling costs and arrangements are your responsibility alone. Holiday may in the future require use of prototype plans, but Holiday does not currently provide or mandate them. You must commission and pay your architect directly.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 70–82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Even Hotels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for all construction and remodeling costs and arrangements. Even Hotels will review the franchisee's construction plans for conversion or new development to ensure they meet the requirements outlined in the license and brand standards. The franchisee cannot begin construction until Even Hotels approves the plans.
Prior to ground break, the franchisee must submit preliminary plans at least 210 days in advance. Final plans, specifications, and drawings, including proposed equipment, furnishings, facilities, and signs, must be submitted at least 120 days before ground break. The franchisee must complete construction and obtain authorization to open a new development hotel within 18 months from the commencement of construction and within 24 months from the license date, unless an extension is granted.
Even Hotels provides written specifications for products and materials in the form of a Product Improvement Plan (PIP), which outlines renovations, alterations, and specific dates for plan submissions and construction milestones. The franchisee must also obtain Even Hotels' approval of a model room before ordering and installing guest room furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in plan default and associated fees up to $5,000. The franchisee may also be required to remove any non-approved product installed without prior approval from IHG Plan Review.