What are the grease trap requirements in Jacksonville, FL?

Food service establishments in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Jacksonville. Fee: No separate FOG permit fee; covered under wastewater discharge permit.

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. 1,000 gallons (exterior grease interceptor); interior grease traps sized per fixture capacity. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Jacksonville, FL

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Jacksonville, Florida. Serving 2,197 food service establishments.

At minimum every 90 days, or m

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC (Florida Building Code based on IPC)

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency At minimum every 90 days, or more frequently as needed to maintain compliance

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee No separate FOG permit fee; covered under wastewater discharge permit

Max Fine $10,000 per day per violation (per Florida Statute 403)

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	1,000 gallons (exterior grease interceptor); interior grease traps sized per fixture capacity
Pumping Frequency	At minimum every 90 days, or more frequently as needed to maintain compliance
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	No separate FOG permit fee; covered under wastewater discharge permit
Maximum Fine	$10,000 per day per violation (per Florida Statute 403)
Inspections	Annually by the city; self-inspections required at each pump-out
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	IPC (Florida Building Code based on IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	City of Jacksonville Ordinance Code Chapter 380 (Sewers and Sewage Disposal), Sec. 380.405 - Fats, Oils and Grease
Authority	JEA (Jacksonville Electric Authority) Environmental Compliance Division

Additional Notes

Jacksonville requires FOG management plans for food service establishments (FSEs). Grease interceptors must be located outside and accessible for inspection. Manifests from licensed haulers required for each pump-out. JEA administers the FOG program on behalf of the city.

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