What is the Construction Start Deadline for a Moes Southwest Grill franchise, and how is it defined?
Moes_Southwest_Grill Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(iv) obtain our acceptance of a Lease for the Accepted Location, and (v) sign the accepted Lease for the Accepted Location or otherwise acquire the ownership rights to the Accepted Location within 150 days after you sign the Franchise Agreement (the "Site Approval Deadline"). You must submit to us a complete set of final Architectural Plans at least 30 days before the Construction Start Deadline. You must begin construction at the Accepted Location within 270 days after we sign the Franchise Agreement (the "Construction Start Deadline"). You must open your Restaurant within 360 days after we sign the Franchise Agreement (the "Opening Deadline").
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 53–68)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Moe's Southwest Grill Franchise Disclosure Document, the Construction Start Deadline is defined as the date by which the franchisee must begin construction at the Accepted Location. This deadline is set at 270 days after Moe's Southwest Grill signs the Franchise Agreement.
Submitting a complete set of final Architectural Plans to Moe's Southwest Grill at least 30 days before the Construction Start Deadline is a requirement. Failing to begin construction by the Construction Start Deadline could lead to the termination of the Franchise Agreement, without a refund of the initial franchise fee. However, Moe's Southwest Grill may, at its discretion and upon the franchisee's request, grant an extension to this deadline for a fee.
This deadline is important for prospective franchisees to consider, as it sets a firm timeline for securing a location, obtaining necessary permits, and finalizing architectural plans. Franchisees need to manage these pre-construction activities efficiently to avoid potential penalties or termination of the agreement. The franchisee should confirm with Moe's Southwest Grill any specific requirements or procedures for requesting an extension to the Construction Start Deadline, including the associated fees and the criteria for granting such extensions.