Who is responsible for the costs and expenses for construction plans and specifications for a Southern Steer Business?

According to Southern Steer's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for covering the costs and expenses associated with the construction plans and specifications for their Southern Steer Business. While Southern Steer provides site and signage plan templates and reviews the franchisee's layout and design plans, the franchisee bears the financial burden of creating these plans.

This means that prospective Southern Steer franchisees need to factor in these costs when budgeting for the initial investment. These expenses can vary significantly depending on the location, size, and complexity of the store design. It is important for franchisees to obtain detailed quotes from qualified contractors and architects to accurately estimate these costs.

While Southern Steer offers assistance by providing site criteria and reviewing site information, the ultimate responsibility for selecting a suitable location and ensuring the construction plans meet both Southern Steer's standards and local regulations rests with the franchisee. This highlights the importance of due diligence and careful planning in the pre-opening phase of the franchise.