Grease Trap Requirements
Ypsilanti, MI

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Gravity grease interceptors: q
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Yes
25% Rule
UPC
Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Gravity grease interceptors: quarterly minimum; Hydromechanical grease traps: weekly minimum. Must service when 25% or more of any compartment is filled with FOG/solids.
25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Complete FOG Regulations

Pumping Frequency Gravity grease interceptors: quarterly minimum; Hydromechanical grease traps: weekly minimum. Must service when 25% or more of any compartment is filled with FOG/solids.
25% Rule Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required Yes
Record Keeping Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref. Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA) FOG Program; Ypsilanti Code of Ordinances Chapter 18 (Building and Building Regulations); Michigan Plumbing Code 2015, Chapter 10
Authority Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA)

Additional Notes

FOG program applies to all non-domestic users classified as Food Service Establishments (FSEs). FSEs defined as facilities engaging in cooking, baking, grilling, sauteing, and similar food preparation producing hot consumable food products. Records for cleaning, inspection, and removal must be maintained for minimum 3 years. Contact: Chad Smith, Compliance Supervisor, 734-484-4600 ext. 123.

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 (734) 222-6860

Environmental Services - Water Resources: (734) 222-6860

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