What are the grease trap requirements in Elk Grove, CA?

Food service establishments in Elk Grove must install and maintain grease traps or interceptors per local FOG ordinances. The city follows the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).

Do I need a grease trap permit in Elk Grove?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Elk Grove. Fee: Plumbing permit through Elk Grove Building Division; contact for current fee.

What size grease trap do I need for my restaurant in Elk Grove?

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per California Plumbing Code (UPC-based); sized per CPC subject to approval by FOG Control Program Manager. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Elk Grove, CA

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Elk Grove, California.

Per 25% rule

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

UPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Per 25% rule; pump when FOG/solids reach 25% of trap capacity — typically every 1–3 months for high-volume

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Plumbing permit through Elk Grove Building Division; contact for current fee

Max Fine Per Sacramento Area Sewer District / Regional San enforcement; up to $2,000–$5,000 per day for violations (CA standard)

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per California Plumbing Code (UPC-based); sized per CPC subject to approval by FOG Control Program Manager
Pumping Frequency	Per 25% rule; pump when FOG/solids reach 25% of trap capacity — typically every 1–3 months for high-volume
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Plumbing permit through Elk Grove Building Division; contact for current fee
Maximum Fine	Per Sacramento Area Sewer District / Regional San enforcement; up to $2,000–$5,000 per day for violations (CA standard)
Inspections	Periodic inspections by Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer)
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Elk Grove Municipal Code; Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District regulations; California Plumbing Code
Authority	Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) / Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District (Regional San) / City of Elk Grove

Additional Notes

Elk Grove wastewater is served by SacSewer which contributes to Regional San. Grease traps required for FSEs that may introduce grease into sewer system. Installation requires plumbing permit from City of Elk Grove Building Division.

Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions. Last updated: March 2026.