Jacksonville, FL 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

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: “By implementing best management practices (BMPs), customers can reduce the amount of grease entering their interceptors, potentially extending the time between required cleanings.”
Sizing rule	Source says: “All small traps smaller than 50 gallons must now be cleaned and inspected on a biweekly basis.”
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	FOG BMP
Fines & penalties	Not stated in the sources we checked
Program contact	Not stated in the sources we checked

Sources

https://www.jea.com/business_resources/commercial_fog_program/fog_program_small_trap_maintenance_requirements/ · checked 2026-10-17

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