What are the grease trap requirements in Durham, NC?

Food service establishments in Durham must install and maintain grease traps or interceptors per local FOG ordinances. The city follows the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Sizes referenced in local code: 500 gallons. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Durham, NC

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Durham, North Carolina.

weekly

Pumping Freq.

Check locally

Permit

Check locally

25% Rule

UPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency weekly

25% Rule Check locally

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Contact authority

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Sizes referenced in local code: 500 gallons
Pumping Frequency	weekly
25% Rule	Check with local authority
Permit Required	Contact authority
Record Keeping	Check local requirements
Plumbing Code	Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Ordinance Ref.	chapter 10

Additional Notes

Best Management Practices (BMP) program referenced. 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.