Grease Trap Requirements
Jersey City, NJ
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Every 1-3 months
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Check locally
25% Rule
IPC
Code Base
Pumping Requirements
Frequency Every 1-3 months; high-volume restaurants may require monthly service
25% Rule Check locally
Permits & Enforcement
Permit Required Required
Permit Fee Per Jersey City plumbing and health permit requirements
Max Fine Significant fines or operational suspension for non-compliance
Complete FOG Regulations
| Minimum Trap Size | 750 gallons minimum per NJ Admin Code 7:9A-8.1 |
|---|---|
| Pumping Frequency | Every 1-3 months; high-volume restaurants may require monthly service |
| 25% Rule | Check with local authority |
| Permit Required | Yes |
| Permit Fee | Per Jersey City plumbing and health permit requirements |
| Maximum Fine | Significant fines or operational suspension for non-compliance |
| Inspections | Periodic municipal inspections |
| Record Keeping | Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site |
| Plumbing Code | International Plumbing Code (IPC) |
| Ordinance Ref. | Jersey City Code of Ordinances; NJ Admin Code 7:9A-8.1; NJ DEP regulations |
| Authority | Jersey City Health Department and Code Enforcement; NJ DEP |
Additional Notes
NJ state rule uses 75% capacity threshold (not 25% rule). Audio and visual alarms required at 75% capacity. Trap must be located close to hot wastewater source for optimal separation. NJ uses National Standard Plumbing Code.
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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