How long does Goldfish Swim School have to respond to the franchisee after receiving the Final Plans and Specifications?
Goldfish_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall submit to Franchisor all (1) permitted construction drawings (labeled "Construction Drawings for Permitting"), (2) construction drawings labeled "Construction Drawings For Construction", (3) specifications and other drawings or plans (in both PDF and CAD format) requested by Franchisor certified by the approved architect ("Final Plans and Specifications") within five (5) days following completion by architect. Franchisor shall respond to Franchisee within fifteen (15) days following receipt of the Final Plans and Specifications from Franchisee. Architect's Final Plans and Specifications must include a certification that the Final Plans and Specifications comply with all of Franchisor's current plans and specifications, Franchisee shall not commence construction until Franchisor has approved the Final Plans and Specifications. Franchisee shall ensure that architect waives any and all copyrights related to the Final Plans and Specifications and authorizes Franchisor to use the Final Plans and Specifications in any way Franchisor deems appropriate in Franchisor's sole discretion, including without limitation, using the Final Plans and Specifications as Franchisor's prototypical plans and specifications for future franchisees.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 77–389)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Goldfish Swim School Franchise Disclosure Document, after a franchisee submits the Final Plans and Specifications, Goldfish Swim School has 15 days to respond. These plans must include permitted construction drawings, construction drawings for construction, and specifications and other drawings or plans requested by Goldfish Swim School and certified by the approved architect. These must be submitted in both PDF and CAD format within five days of completion by the architect.
It is important to note that the franchisee cannot begin construction until Goldfish Swim School approves the Final Plans and Specifications. The architect must also waive any copyrights related to the Final Plans and Specifications, authorizing Goldfish Swim School to use them as they see fit, including as prototypical plans for future franchisees.
This requirement ensures that all Goldfish Swim School locations adhere to the brand's standards and specifications. Franchisees need to factor this review period into their construction timeline to avoid delays. Ensuring the architect provides all necessary documentation in the correct format can help expedite the approval process.