Grease Trap Requirements
Washington, DC

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Washington, District of Columbia.

annual
Pumping Freq.
Check locally
Permit
Check locally
25% Rule
UPC
Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency annual
25% Rule Check locally

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Contact authority

Complete FOG Regulations

Pumping Frequency annual
25% Rule Check with local authority
Permit Required Contact authority
Inspections inspections and monitoring of significant industrial users (sius) and other industrial users, as nee
Record Keeping Check local requirements
Plumbing Code Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref. Section 802.4; Section 1001; Chapter 10; Section 1002

Additional Notes

Automatic Grease Removal Units (AGRU) mentioned as option. Inspections: inspections and monitoring of significant industrial users (sius) and other industrial users, as nee

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

Contact Information

Phone (202) 787-4177

DC Water Pretreatment Program Manager: (202) 787-4177

Official Sources

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