How many sets of Architectural Plans will Moes Southwest Grill review at no cost?
Moes_Southwest_Grill Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Plan Review Fee. After our initial review of your proposed layouts, renderings, plans, and specifications for the Restaurant, which must include interior and exterior elevations of the Accepted Location (the
Source: Item 5 — Initial Fees (FDD pages 28–30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Moes Southwest Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Moes Southwest Grill will review two sets of Architectural Plans at no cost to the franchisee. The first review covers the franchisee's initial proposed layouts, renderings, plans, and specifications for the restaurant, including interior and exterior elevations of the accepted location. The second review, at no cost, is for one revised set of architectural plans that incorporate Moes Southwest Grill's required changes.
After these initial reviews, Moes Southwest Grill may charge a fee of $2,500 for each subsequent set of drawings they review if the plans include modifications beyond those previously accepted. This fee structure encourages franchisees to incorporate Moes Southwest Grill's feedback efficiently and avoid unnecessary revisions.
This policy is fairly standard in the franchise industry, as franchisors typically provide initial design guidance and review plans to ensure brand consistency and compliance with their standards. The fee for additional reviews is in place to cover the franchisor's costs and time associated with repeated revisions.