Who might designate the architect for the 'as built' survey for a Floyds 99 Barbershop?
Floyds_99 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
These estimated costs also include payments for architectural charges, which may consist of: (1) any expenses related to the "as built" survey that you must obtain and provide to an architect that we may designate; (2) architectural charges for that architect's provision of one standard set of blueprints for your Barbershop; and (3) preparation of any additional sets of blueprints or any modifications that may be required to comply with local zoning, other regulations or landlord requirements. See also Item 8.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 20–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Floyds 99 Franchise Disclosure Document, Floyds 99 may designate the architect that the franchisee must provide the 'as built' survey to. The franchisee is responsible for obtaining the 'as built' survey. Architectural charges are part of the initial investment. These charges cover expenses related to the 'as built' survey, the architect's provision of a standard set of blueprints, and any modifications required to comply with local regulations or landlord requirements.
This means that while franchisees are responsible for securing and paying for the 'as built' survey, Floyds 99 retains the right to specify which architect receives the survey. This ensures that the survey meets Floyds 99's standards and potentially streamlines the design and approval process for the barbershop.
As a prospective franchisee, it is important to clarify with Floyds 99 whether they typically designate a specific architect for the 'as built' survey, and if so, what the associated costs and implications are. Understanding this process upfront can help in budgeting and planning the build-out of the Floyds 99 barbershop.