What are the grease trap requirements in Grand Prairie, TX?

Food service establishments in Grand Prairie 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 Grand Prairie?

Yes, a FOG permit is required in Grand Prairie. Fee: Per city food service permit fee schedule.

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

Grease trap sizing depends on your establishment's flow rate, number of fixtures, and local code requirements. Per IPC sizing standards and TCEQ model; high-fat menu establishments require interceptors. Use our free sizing calculator for a recommendation.

Grease Trap Requirements
Grand Prairie, TX

FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Grand Prairie, Texas.

Minimum every 90 days per TCEQ

Pumping Freq.

Required

Permit

Yes

25% Rule

IPC

Code Base

Pumping Requirements

Frequency Minimum every 90 days per TCEQ model standards

25% Rule Applies

Permits & Enforcement

Permit Required Required

Permit Fee Per city food service permit fee schedule

Max Fine Up to $2,000 per violation per day (TX municipal ordinance standard)

Complete FOG Regulations

Minimum Trap Size	Per IPC sizing standards and TCEQ model; high-fat menu establishments require interceptors
Pumping Frequency	Minimum every 90 days per TCEQ model standards
25% Rule	Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity
Permit Required	Yes
Permit Fee	Per city food service permit fee schedule
Maximum Fine	Up to $2,000 per violation per day (TX municipal ordinance standard)
Inspections	Periodic inspections by Environmental Quality division
Record Keeping	Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site
Plumbing Code	International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Ordinance Ref.	Grand Prairie Code of Ordinances; TCEQ HB 1979 model standards; Environmental Quality food service permits
Authority	City of Grand Prairie Public Health and Environmental Quality / Environmental Services

Additional Notes

Part of North Texas Defend Your Drains program. Grease interceptor guidelines available for FSEs with high-fat menu items. City Environmental Quality Department determines if grease trap/interceptor is required and sizing.

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