Grease Trap Requirements
Olathe, KS
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Olathe, Kansas.
Every 90 days or more frequent
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Yes
25% Rule
IPC
Code Base
Pumping Requirements
Frequency Every 90 days or more frequently if required by city
25% Rule Applies
Permits & Enforcement
Permit Required Required
Permit Fee Unknown - per Olathe building permit fee schedule (Section 15.02.180)
Max Fine $500 per offense and/or up to 6 months imprisonment
Complete FOG Regulations
| Minimum Trap Size | Per Olathe Municipal Code Section 15.08.240 (large-capacity sizing requirements) |
|---|---|
| Pumping Frequency | Every 90 days or more frequently if required by city |
| 25% Rule | Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity |
| Permit Required | Yes |
| Permit Fee | Unknown - per Olathe building permit fee schedule (Section 15.02.180) |
| Maximum Fine | $500 per offense and/or up to 6 months imprisonment |
| Inspections | Periodic per city wastewater division |
| Record Keeping | Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site |
| Plumbing Code | International Plumbing Code (IPC) |
| Ordinance Ref. | Olathe Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction), Sections 15.08.190-15.08.280; Ordinance 12-44; Ordinance 19-30 |
| Authority | City of Olathe Building and Construction Department / Wastewater Division |
Additional Notes
New FSEs after Feb 15, 2010 must install exterior large-capacity grease interceptor. Pre-2010 facilities may keep existing interceptors if maintained properly, but must upgrade if contributing to sewer maintenance issues. Food waste grinders prohibited. Point-of-use interceptors also regulated.
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions. Last updated: March 2026.
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