warehouse design

Warehouse Racking Permit Support

Ensure that all codes and standards
are adhered to

Get in Touch

Learn about Warehouse Racking Permit Support

Obtaining necessary permits is an important part of building a material handling system. The permitting process should start early on so that operations are not delayed. Identifying what permits are required should be done during the planning phase of the building or material handling system.

However, the permitting process can be complicated. Having an experienced company, such as RCS, provide permitting support for your warehouse racking system ensures that all codes and standards set forth by the International Code Council (ICC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and other governing documents are adhered to, with the goal of making sure the facility is safe for employees to work in.

RCS is a woman owned and operated, WBE certified company that provides warehouse racking permit support nationwide. We work with end users, manufacturers, dealers, and contractors to provide a safe, compliant material handling system. We partner with a highly rated fire protection engineering firm to ensure that all life safety requirements applicable to your municipality are adhered to.

Permitting Support Services

RCS provides comprehensive permitting support services for high pile storage permits, life safety permits, sprinkler permits, and electrical permits. We’re highly experienced in the permitting process for all types of rack systems, including multi-level rack systems.

An overview of our permitting support process is as follows:

01 Step One

RCS will conduct a life safety evaluation to determine what permits, if any, are required.

02 Step Two

If permits are required, we’ll put together all necessary drawings and other documentation needed for permit approval. This can include a high pile storage report.

03 Step Three

All necessary permitting documentation is submitted to the municipality for approval.

04 Step Four

Once all drawings are completed and all required permits are obtained, RCS engineers can source sprinklers and lighting from our network of approved vendors based on requirements and cost. We’ll work with all necessary parties to install these. We maintain a large network of installers, all of whom are thoroughly vetted to meet the highest standards for quality of workmanship.

Read below for further information on these steps.

Life Safety Evaluation

High Pile Storage Report

RCS Professional
Racking Permit Support

RCS takes on the life safety evaluation and permitting process for you. We provide warehouse racking permit support nationwide. We determine if all life safety regulations are adhered to, as well as determine if permits are required. If required, we’ll provide the necessary drawings and documents to submit to the municipality for permitting.

Once permitted, we can project manage the procurement and installation of required sprinkler improvements including any necessary sprinklers and lighting. We also offer full installation of the material handling system.

On-site inspection

RCS is a team of experts who are
well versed in pallet rack installation

pallet racking

161

Combined years of experience project managing material handling systems

243

Combined years of experience engineering material handling systems

373

Combined years of experience implementing material handling system safety regulations

Case Studies and Articles

Fire sprinkler system inside of a warehouse racking system

Warehouse Fire Safety 101: A Guide

Looking for a starting point to warehouse fire safety? Read our guide to better understand warehouse fire prevention, detection, suppression, and emergency procedures.

Close up of sprinkler head in a warehouse catwalk system

How Do Fire Sprinklers Work: Each Part Explained 

Fire sprinklers are an essential part to keeping your facility safe. Check out our guide that explains how sprinklers work, their different parts, and how to make sure you are code compliant.

Warehouse catwalk system with in-rack lighting and sprinklers

Working with a Systems Integrator on Catwalk Racking Project

A material handling systems integrator hired RCS as a subcontractor to help with several aspects of their catwalk rack project. These include lighting, sprinklers, rack installation, and permitting support. Read how RCS worked with the integrator to streamline their project.

Pallet racking with arrows depicting transverse flue spaces

Flue Spaces 101: A Guide to the Different Types & Benefits

Don’t let flue spaces go overlooked in your building design. Check out our guide that explains the different types of flue spaces and their benefits for fire safety.

pallet rack system with overhead lighting

Lighting and Fan Relocation

Contributing Authors: Lori Palmer and Joe Kane Concern: Problematic lighting and fan placement in existing warehouse An IT company was working with a material handling systems integrator to build a new selective rack system. The system would hold pallets of IT equipment that is used to replenish the company’s data centers. The selective rack system […]

Frequently Asked Questions

Are You in Need of Racking Permit Support?

Contact RCS for more information. We work with end users, manufacturers, dealers, and contractors.

Our team will be happy to help you better understand our services and provide you with a quote.

Call us at (630) 247-6934 or email at info@rcscorp.com.