Grease Trap Requirements
Bloomington, IN
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Bloomington, Indiana.
FOG Compliance in Bloomington, IN
Food service establishments in Bloomington operate under a combination of federal EPA pretreatment standards, Indiana state plumbing code, and city-level FOG ordinances. Together these rules determine how grease traps must be sized, how often they must be pumped, and what happens when a restaurant falls out of compliance.
The city follows the International Plumbing Code (IPC) for trap sizing and installation. Under Section 1003.3.4, which sizes traps by drainage fixture unit counts, grease interceptors installed in Bloomington must meet minimum capacity thresholds based on the fixtures connected to them — 3-compartment sinks, dishwashers, pre-rinse stations, wok stoves, and floor drains on the cook line.
Bloomington requires a dedicated FOG permit for any food service establishment generating fats, oils, and grease. The permit is separate from, and in addition to, the plumbing permit required at installation.
Establishments must maintain pumping logs, hauler manifests, and inspection reports on-site — missing records is itself a violation in most enforcement actions. Enforcement authority rests with the City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) / Pretreatment Program, which handles permit issuance, inspections, and hauler licensing.
For a deeper explanation of the rules this city enforces, read our guides on how grease traps work and the 25/50 pumping rule.
Pumping Requirements
Permits & Enforcement
Complete FOG Regulations
| Pumping Frequency | Contact local authority for requirements |
|---|---|
| 25% Rule | Check with local authority |
| Permit Required | Yes |
| Record Keeping | Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site |
| Plumbing Code | International Plumbing Code (IPC) |
| Ordinance Ref. | Bloomington Municipal Code (BMC) Section 10.17 |
| Authority | City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) / Pretreatment Program |
Additional Notes
All FSEs must have an approved grease trap or interceptor properly installed to treat kitchen waste. Contact CBU to determine the type of device required for a specific facility. Compliance with routine maintenance and best management practices required to meet discharge limits.
Last verified: — Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions.
Contact Information
812-349-3934 or whitke@bloomington.in.gov
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