Grease Trap Requirements
Dubuque, IA
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Dubuque, Iowa.
Check locally
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Check locally
25% Rule
IPC
Code Base
Pumping Requirements
Frequency Contact local authority
25% Rule Check locally
Permits & Enforcement
Permit Required Required
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. | CHAPTER 2; Section 503; CHAPTER 1; Section 1 |
Additional Notes
Automatic Grease Removal Units (AGRU) mentioned as option
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions. Last updated: March 2026.
Contact Information
Phone (563) 589-4176
Email wobrien@cityofdubuque.org
Water & Resource Recovery Center: (563) 589-4176 or wobrien@cityofdubuque.org
Official Sources
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