What are the grease trap requirements in Palm Bay, FL?

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

Do I need a grease trap permit in Palm Bay?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Palm Bay. Fee: $136.43 for 1-year FOG Permit.

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

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

Grease Trap Requirements
Palm Bay, FL

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Palm Bay, Florida.

Per 25% rule - when combined g

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Per 25% rule - when combined grease and solids reach 25% of total liquid depth

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee $136.43 for 1-year FOG Permit

Max Fine Unknown - enforcement per city FOG ordinance

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per Florida Plumbing Code sizing requirements
Pumping Frequency	Per 25% rule - when combined grease and solids reach 25% of total liquid depth
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	$136.43 for 1-year FOG Permit
Maximum Fine	Unknown - enforcement per city FOG ordinance
Inspections	Periodic per FOG Inspector schedule
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Palm Bay Code of Ordinances Sec. 201.281 (Permit Fees); City FOG Policy & Procedure
Authority	City of Palm Bay Utility Services / FOG Inspector

Additional Notes

FOG Inspector at (321) 952-3400, Ext. 7354. Strict regulations to protect Indian River Lagoon ecosystem. Digital or physical logbooks required tracking cleaning dates, service providers, waste volumes, and issues. Mandatory for restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, hospitals.

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