What are the grease trap requirements in Pembroke Pines, FL?

Food service establishments in Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Pembroke Pines. Fee: Per City of Pembroke Pines Building Department fee schedule.

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per Florida Building Code (IPC-based); sufficient to ensure compliance with § 50.55(H). Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Pembroke Pines, FL

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Pembroke Pines, Florida.

Per FOG program schedule

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Per FOG program schedule; typically quarterly for most restaurants, more frequent for high-volume

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Per City of Pembroke Pines Building Department fee schedule

Max Fine Per § 32.066 Code Enforcement penalties; fines set by Special Magistrate under § 32.064

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per Florida Building Code (IPC-based); sufficient to ensure compliance with § 50.55(H)
Pumping Frequency	Per FOG program schedule; typically quarterly for most restaurants, more frequent for high-volume
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Per City of Pembroke Pines Building Department fee schedule
Maximum Fine	Per § 32.066 Code Enforcement penalties; fines set by Special Magistrate under § 32.064
Inspections	Per FOG program requirements promulgated by City Utility Director
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Pembroke Pines Code of Ordinances § 50.56 (Required Use of Grease Traps); § 50.55(H); Chapter 50 (Water and Sewer Regulations); § 32.064–32.066 (Code Enforcement)
Authority	City of Pembroke Pines Utility Director / Building Department

Additional Notes

Any facility preparing or serving food for consumption by more than one family must install grease traps. Cleaning schedule set to assure continued proper functioning per city FOG program.

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