5. On-Site Presence = Approval Advantage
Every inspection brings nuance. Sometimes, being there makes all the difference. As John-Claude explained:
“ There’ s no hard rule on measuring space or what counts— but being there to explain your setup helps a lot.”
Your action step
Get to know your accreditation agents and meet them on-site. This builds rapport and allows you to defend your design and compliance choices in real time.
6. Your Success Checklist
To increase your odds of approval( and long-term occupancy), tick off these essentials:
• Accurate, updated documentation
• Floor plans that match your actual layout
• Room sizes designed for both legal limits and student preference
• Budgeting for delayed payments
• Relationships with accrediting agents
• Presence during inspections
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