For a Fly Fitness franchise, who is responsible for obtaining architectural, engineering, and design services for construction and/or remodeling?
Fly_Fitness Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
8.2.1. Franchisee must obtain any architectural, engineering and design services it deems necessary for the construction and/or remodeling of the Franchised Business location, including the installation of signage, at its own expense from a reputable architectural, design and signage fabrication firm(s) approved by Franchisor. Franchisor shall provide Franchisee with guidance regarding architectural, design and signage plans and specifications for the Franchised Business location, and Franchisee shall submit proposed final plans to Franchisor or its designated representative for review and approval prior to commencing construction. Franchisee acknowledges that Franchisor's or its representative's review of such plans relates only to compliance with the System and that acceptance by Franchisor
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 44–45)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fly Fitness's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for obtaining architectural, engineering, and design services for the construction and/or remodeling of the Franchised Business location. The franchisee must cover these expenses independently. These services also include the installation of signage. However, the architectural, design, and signage fabrication firm(s) must be approved by Fly Fitness.
Fly Fitness will provide the franchisee with guidance regarding architectural, design, and signage plans and specifications. The franchisee is then required to submit proposed final plans to Fly Fitness or its designated representative for review and approval before starting construction.
The FDD specifies that Fly Fitness's review of these plans is only to ensure compliance with the Fly Fitness System. Approval of the plans does not constitute a representation, warranty, or guarantee by Fly Fitness regarding the accuracy, error-free status, design, or structural application of the plans.