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Schaumburg, IL grease trap & interceptor requirements
Program run by Village of Schaumburg. Hand-checked against source Last checked 2026-10-17. Report an error / rule changed
Quick answer
- How often to pump: Monthly for small traps
- Interceptor minimum / sizing: not stated in the sources we checked
- Permit / fees: Permit required
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: “Required Installations And Use Of Grease Traps/Interceptors: .” |
|---|---|
| Sizing rule | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Pumping / cleaning frequency | Pump monthly for small traps. Source says“Clean out and removal shall be done on not less than a monthly basis unless the village determines that less or more frequent maintenance schedule is required to achieve the purposes of this section and to minimize the discharge of a prohibited concentration of fats, oils or grease.” |
| Permit required? | A permit is required (see source wording). Source says“APPROVED GREASE HAULER : A vehicle that is validly permitted by, and is inscribed with such permit numbers issued by the Illinois Department of Agriculture pursuant to 225 Illinois Compiled Statutes 610/9.1 and 610/9.2 (a scrap and grease permit).” |
| Permit & program fees | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Inspections | Grease traps/interceptors are subject to inspection. Source says“The village may make, without notice to the owner or facility, periodic inspections of the grease trap/interceptor to verify current operating conditions.” |
| Record keeping | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Pumper / hauler approval | Grease may not be transported off site except by a licensed hauler; the code defines an approved grease hauler as one permitted by the Illinois Department of Agriculture. âś“ checked against source |
| Reporting portal | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Fines & penalties | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Program contact | (708) 836-8699 |
Sources
- https://library.municode.com/il/schaumburg/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT5PUWO_CH51WASE_AP1 · checked 2026-10-17
- https://www.villageofschaumburg.com/government/community-development/environmental-health-division/food-establishments · checked 2026-10-17
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