How often do grease traps have to be pumped in Elgin, IL?

Pump at least every 90 days; monthly for small traps. Source: Fox River Water Reclamation District (FRWRD), checked 2026-10-17. Rules change; confirm with the local sewer authority.

What size grease interceptor is required in Elgin?

Minimum 1,000 gal, per the official source. Your plumbing official can require more.

Do restaurants in Elgin need a grease trap permit?

Permit required, per the official source checked 2026-10-17.

States / Illinois / Elgin

Elgin, IL grease trap & interceptor requirements

Program run by Fox River Water Reclamation District (FRWRD). Hand-checked against source Last checked 2026-10-17. Report an error / rule changed

Quick answer

How often to pump: At least every 90 days; monthly for small traps
Interceptor minimum / sizing: Minimum 1,000 gal
Permit / fees: Permit required

From the official source(s) below, last checked 2026-10-17. Rules change; verify with your city.

Rules change; verify with your city. Summaries are plain-English restatements of the official source linked below; “Source says” shows the exact wording. Blank rows mean the sources we checked did not state that rule, not that there is no rule.

Required trap / interceptor type	Source says: “Grease traps or grease interceptors shall not be required for residential users.”
Sizing rule	In general FRWRD requires outside, 1,000-gallon minimum traps for all food service establishments; existing businesses changing ownership, renovating or expanding must meet the 1,000-gallon outside standard. ✓ checked against source
Pumping / cleaning frequency	Interceptor-style systems must be cleaned at least once every 90 days and trap-style systems at least once a month, or more often as needed. ✓ checked against source
Permit required?	A permit is required (see source wording). Source says “A completed Food Service Permit Application Form.”
Permit & program fees	Not stated in the sources we checked
Inspections	Grease traps/interceptors are subject to inspection. Source says “Completed grease traps and separators shall be subject to inspection by the FRWRD Inspector prior to connection to the sanitary sewer.”
Record keeping	Keep pumping and maintenance records (manifests/logs) available for inspection. Source says “Manifests must be on site and available for FRWRD to review during the FSE or NFD grease inspection.”
Pumper / hauler approval	Interceptor-style grease removal systems are to be cleaned by a licensed grease hauler. ✓ checked against source
Reporting portal	Not stated in the sources we checked
Fines & penalties	Not stated in the sources we checked
Program contact	Not stated in the sources we checked

Sources

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