Everyone wants to save money when setting up a new business. However, when the business needs to get permits from a building department, hiring a franchise architect and investing some money up-front will save you time and money in the end.
Three of most frequent questions we are asked by new franchisees are:
1. Do I need to have new architectural / design drawings created for my location?
2. Why do I need original architectural plans created for my location?
After a building department reviews the plans, they often return comments that need to be addressed before the plans are approved.
When you work with a franchise architect these comments will be sent directly to the architect who will quickly answer them and work with you to correct any changes that may need to be made to the plans.
This direct relationship between the franchise architect and building department will save you time, headaches and money.
3. Could a franchise architect help me save money on my retail lease?
Yes. If a franchise architect is brought into a project before a lease is signed they will often save you money on construction costs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, fire sprinklers, fire alarm systems, finishes, etc.). In addition, if they are good, they can often get you additional tenant improvement dollars to correct existing conditions.
Our clients realize savings on average of 5-8% for build-outs in existing spaces and also consistently see savings in new spaces.