What are the grease trap requirements in Kansas City, KS?

Food service establishments in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Kansas City. Fee: Unknown - contact Unified Government of Wyandotte County.

What size grease trap do I need for my restaurant in Kansas City?

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

Grease Trap Requirements
Kansas City, KS

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Kansas City, Kansas.

Quarterly minimum

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Quarterly minimum; must clean when FOG/solids reach 25% of capacity

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Unknown - contact Unified Government of Wyandotte County

Max Fine Unknown - fines, legal action, or temporary shutdown per sewer use codes

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per IPC and Unified Government specifications
Pumping Frequency	Quarterly minimum; must clean when FOG/solids reach 25% of capacity
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Unknown - contact Unified Government of Wyandotte County
Maximum Fine	Unknown - fines, legal action, or temporary shutdown per sewer use codes
Inspections	Every 2 years (biennial routine inspections)
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Wyandotte County/Kansas City KS Code of Ordinances Chapter 30, Article IX (Fat, Oil and Grease Control Program); Sec. 60-132
Authority	Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS

Additional Notes

Covers all facilities with commercial kitchens including daycares, assisted living, schools, hotels, hospitals. Grease interceptors must cover all drains in dishwashing and food prep areas. Regulatory agencies can impose fines, legal action, or temporary shutdowns.

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