What are the grease trap requirements in Aurora, IL?

Food service establishments in Aurora 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 Aurora?

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per Illinois Plumbing Code (77 Ill. Admin. Code 890.510); sized by fixture count and establishment type. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Aurora, IL

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

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Aurora. Fee: Commercial Grease Trap Installation Permit (GSTR) required; fee per city schedule — contact Permit Center.

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Aurora, Illinois.

Quarterly (every 90 days) or a

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Quarterly (every 90 days) or as often as necessary to ensure maximum efficiency and prevent non-compliance

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Commercial Grease Trap Installation Permit (GSTR) required; fee per city schedule — contact Permit Center

Max Fine Per Aurora Municipal Code Chapter 138 Article VI enforcement provisions

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per Illinois Plumbing Code (77 Ill. Admin. Code 890.510); sized by fixture count and establishment type
Pumping Frequency	Quarterly (every 90 days) or as often as necessary to ensure maximum efficiency and prevent non-compliance
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Commercial Grease Trap Installation Permit (GSTR) required; fee per city schedule — contact Permit Center
Maximum Fine	Per Aurora Municipal Code Chapter 138 Article VI enforcement provisions
Inspections	Inspections by city; frequency based on compliance history
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Aurora Municipal Code Chapter 138, Article VI (Wastewater Control); Illinois Admin Code 77 § 890.510; Commercial Grease Trap Installation Permit (GSTR)
Authority	City of Aurora Division of Building and Permits / Water Department

Additional Notes

Illinois adopts IPC as base plumbing code. GSTR permit required for commercial grease trap installation. Grease interceptors must be pumped and cleaned quarterly. Aurora Municipal Code Chapter 138 Article VI governs wastewater control.

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