Evanston, IL grease trap & interceptor requirements
Program run by City of Evanston (Building Department; Health & Human Services). Hand-checked against 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: Set case by case by the Evanston Building Department
- 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 | Install an outside grease catch basin with maintenance access; if that is not feasible, a recessed grease trap with a flush, watertight, securely fastened lid and easily accessible baffles. âś“ checked against source |
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| Sizing rule | The Evanston Building Department determines the number and size of grease traps, grease interceptors or catch basins. âś“ checked against source |
| 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 |
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