Scottsdale, AZ grease trap & interceptor requirements
Quoted from official source Last checked 2026-10-17. Report an error / rule changed
Quick answer
- How often to pump: not stated in the sources we checked
- Interceptor minimum / sizing: not stated in the sources we checked
- Permit / fees: not stated in the sources we checked
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 Interceptor(s) shall not be allowed to be installed “AT RISK”.” |
|---|---|
| Sizing rule | Source says: “Should your calculations determine you need an interceptor larger than 2500 gallons, operation costs increase.” |
| Pumping / cleaning frequency | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Permit required? | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Permit & program fees | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Inspections | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Record keeping | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Pumper / hauler approval | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| 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
- https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/docs/default-source/scottsdaleaz/planning---develpment/forms/grease-interceptor-guidelines.pdf?sfvrsn=86b0cf5b_1 · checked 2026-10-17
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