restaurant permits

Grease Trap Permits: What to File Before You Install

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 by Andrew

Workers installing a grease trap in a commercial kitchen.

Grease trap permit violations can cost you $10,000 in fines and force you to tear out your entire plumbing system. Most restaurant owners don’t realize that installing without proper permits triggers automatic FOG violation citations. Key Takeaways: Permit approval takes 14-45 days depending on your municipality type Required documents include site plans, trap specifications, and … Read more

Grease Trap Requirements: Federal, State, and Local Regulations

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 by Andrew

Commercial kitchen with a grease trap system under a sink.

Grease trap requirements create a complex web of federal, state, and local rules that can shut down your restaurant with a single violation. A single FOG violation can cost $50,000 in fines, yet most owners don’t know which agency enforces what. Key Takeaways: • EPA 40 CFR 403 creates the federal baseline, but 87% of … Read more