What are the grease trap requirements in Roseville, CA?

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

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. 1,000 gallons minimum for new FSE construction. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Roseville, CA

Q: Do I need a grease trap permit in Roseville?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Roseville. Fee: Set by city council resolution; annual grease disposal mitigation fee may apply if no interceptor installed.

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Roseville, California.

Every 90 days minimum, or per

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

UPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Every 90 days minimum, or per 25% rule, whichever is more frequent

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Set by city council resolution; annual grease disposal mitigation fee may apply if no interceptor installed

Max Fine Unknown - enforcement actions per FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit terms

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	1,000 gallons minimum for new FSE construction
Pumping Frequency	Every 90 days minimum, or per 25% rule, whichever is more frequent
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Set by city council resolution; annual grease disposal mitigation fee may apply if no interceptor installed
Maximum Fine	Unknown - enforcement actions per FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit terms
Inspections	As determined by permit conditions; city conducts periodic compliance inspections
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Roseville Municipal Code Title 8, Chapter 802 (FOG Ordinance)
Authority	City of Roseville Environmental Utilities Department

Additional Notes

FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit (WDP) required for all FSEs. Waiver from interceptor installation possible but FSE may need to reserve space for future installation. Digital FOG compliance reporting system available.

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