What are the grease trap requirements in Hialeah, FL?

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

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per Miami-Dade County sizing rules; below-ground interceptors 750+ gal, in-kitchen traps from 20 GPM. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Hialeah, FL

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

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Hialeah. Fee: $250+ for GDO permit; $250 late fee for missed renewals; renewed annually (expires Dec 31).

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Hialeah, Florida.

Every 90 days or when 25% capa

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Every 90 days or when 25% capacity is reached, whichever comes first

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee $250+ for GDO permit; $250 late fee for missed renewals; renewed annually (expires Dec 31)

Max Fine $250 first offense; $1,150 for second offense; escalating for repeat violations

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per Miami-Dade County sizing rules; below-ground interceptors 750+ gal, in-kitchen traps from 20 GPM
Pumping Frequency	Every 90 days or when 25% capacity is reached, whichever comes first
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	$250+ for GDO permit; $250 late fee for missed renewals; renewed annually (expires Dec 31)
Maximum Fine	$250 first offense; $1,150 for second offense; escalating for repeat violations
Inspections	Automated nightly compliance checks via Miami-Dade FOG portal; periodic physical inspections
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Miami-Dade County Code §24-42.6 (effective March 5, 2018); Florida Plumbing Code
Authority	Miami-Dade County DERM (Department of Environmental Resources Management); City of Hialeah (municipal occupational license)

Additional Notes

Miami-Dade county-wide FOG law applies. FOG Discharge Control Operating (GDO) permit required and renewed annually. Records retained minimum 3 years. Portal auto-checks pump-out logs nightly; $250 late fee for missed uploads. Municipal occupational license required before GDO permit application. Contact DERM at 305-375-2877.

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