What are the grease trap requirements in Salinas, CA?

Food service establishments in Salinas 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 Salinas?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Salinas. Fee: Unknown - contact City of Salinas Public Works.

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per California Plumbing Code sizing requirements. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Salinas, CA

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

Quarterly minimum (checked and

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

UPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Quarterly minimum (checked and maintained quarterly); more often if needed

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Unknown - contact City of Salinas Public Works

Max Fine Unknown - enforcement per city sewer ordinance

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per California Plumbing Code sizing requirements
Pumping Frequency	Quarterly minimum (checked and maintained quarterly); more often if needed
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Unknown - contact City of Salinas Public Works
Maximum Fine	Unknown - enforcement per city sewer ordinance
Inspections	Periodic - city inspections of FOG program participants
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref.	City of Salinas FOG Program; Salinas Municipal Code (Sewer Use Ordinance)
Authority	City of Salinas Public Works Department / Monterey One Water (regional)

Additional Notes

Part of Southern Monterey Bay Discharges Group. Approved grease and oil removal company required for maintenance. FOG educational resources available at clogbusters.com. Regular pumping schedule required.

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