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Carol Stream, IL grease trap requirements
Program run by Village of Carol Stream (Village Code §13-2-36 and §13-6-5). Hand-checked against source Last verified 2026-10-19 by Stew Israil, GreaseTrapRules. Report an error / rule changed
Quick answer
- How often to pump: The official sources we checked don't set a fixed schedule for Carol Stream. Most programs require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth (check yours). Confirm with Village of Carol Stream (Village Code §13-2-36 and §13-6-5).
- Interceptor minimum / sizing: No minimum size stated in the sources we checked. Your local program or plumbing code sets it; estimate with the sizing calculator.
- Permit / fees: Not stated in the sources we checked. Ask Village of Carol Stream (Village Code §13-2-36 and §13-6-5) whether a FOG or wastewater permit applies.
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Carol Stream grease trap rules at a glance
Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Carol Stream are set by Village of Carol Stream (Village Code §13-2-36 and §13-6-5). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for Carol Stream, so plan on pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap (the most common rule) and follow any schedule on your permit. Keep pumping records or manifests on site for inspectors.
Of the 47 Illinois programs we track, 14 state a pumping schedule and 6 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Carol Stream yet; see Illinois pumping companies. Compare all Illinois cities.
Illinois statewide rule: Illinois Plumbing Code § 890.510
- Commercial kitchens must have a grease interceptor, with all grease-carrying fixtures directed to it.
- Food waste disposers may not discharge into the grease interceptor, and water-cooled interceptors are prohibited.
- Minimum size: the interceptor must hold at least half the liquid capacity of the connected fixtures on the same floor (60% if it sits on a floor below). Fixture capacity in gallons = length × width × depth in inches ÷ 231.
- Your sanitary district or city (for example MWRD, Fox Metro or a city FOG program) can add pumping schedules, permits and hauler rules on top of this.
Source: 77 Ill. Adm. Code 890.510, Grease interceptors · checked 2026-10-17
Carol Stream grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line
| Required trap / interceptor type | All food service establishments are required to install a grease interceptor and obtain all required permits (village, county, etc.) for it. ✓ checked against source |
|---|---|
| Sizing rule | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Pumping / cleaning frequency | Clean and maintain the grease interceptor routinely so the discharge meets the 200 mg/L oil and grease limit for food service establishments (no fixed interval in the code). ✓ checked against source |
| Permit required? | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Permit & program fees | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Inspections | On request, the Village must be allowed to inspect the food service establishment's grease interceptor. ✓ checked against source |
| Record keeping | Keep all permits and cleaning and maintenance records on site for at least three years. ✓ checked against source |
| 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://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/carolstream/latest/carolstream_il/0-0-0-18416 · checked 2026-10-19
- https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/carolstream/latest/carolstream_il/0-0-0-18941 · checked 2026-10-19
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Who enforces grease trap rules in Carol Stream, IL?
Village of Carol Stream (Village Code §13-2-36 and §13-6-5). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.
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