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Pittsburgh, PA grease trap requirements

Program run by Allegheny County Health Department, Plumbing Program (Article XV Plumbing Code; commercial plan review). Hand-checked against source Last verified 2026-10-19 by Stew Israil, GreaseTrapRules. Report an error / rule changed

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How often to pump: The official sources we checked don't set a fixed schedule for Pittsburgh. Most programs require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth (check yours). Confirm with Allegheny County Health Department, Plumbing Program (Article XV Plumbing Code; commercial plan review) at ACHD Plumbing Plans Examiner: 412-578-8397.
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: County plumbing plan review ($85 minimum fee)

From the official source(s) below, last checked 2026-10-19. Rules change; verify with your city.

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Pittsburgh: the official sources we checked don't set a fixed pumping interval. Source: Allegheny County Health Department, Plumbing Program (Article XV Plumbing Code; commercial plan review), checked 2026-10-19.

The official sources we checked don't list a fine amount for Pittsburgh. That doesn't mean there's no penalty.

We'll use every 90 days. That's our recommended schedule, not a legal requirement. Many programs also require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth.

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.

Pittsburgh grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Pittsburgh are set by Allegheny County Health Department, Plumbing Program (Article XV Plumbing Code; commercial plan review). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for Pittsburgh, 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 2 Pennsylvania programs we track, 0 state a pumping schedule and 0 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Pittsburgh yet; see Pennsylvania pumping companies. Compare all Pennsylvania cities.

Pittsburgh grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor type	Grease traps are required in all restaurants. Pre-rinse sinks and soup kettles must drain to the grease interceptor, and places that cook with a wok need a grease interceptor in addition to the 3-compartment scullery sink. An interceptor in the kitchen area must be an approved semi-automatic draw-off type. ✓ checked against source
Sizing rule	Inside interceptors must be sized at a minimum of 25 GPM; the County checklist lists outside grease interceptors at a minimum of "1,000 GPM". Check municipal codes in case a larger size is required. ✓ 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	Plumbing plan review has an $85 minimum fee (checks payable to "Treasurer of Allegheny County"). Food facility plans also go to the ACHD Food Safety Program (412-578-8044). ✓ checked against source
Inspections	Not stated in the sources we checked
Record keeping	Give the County plumbing office a copy of your grease hauler contract and maintenance schedule before the final plumbing inspection. ✓ 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	ACHD Plumbing Plans Examiner: 412-578-8397 ✓ checked against source

Sources

https://www.alleghenycounty.us/files/assets/county/v/1/government/health/documents/commercial_checklist.pdf · checked 2026-10-19

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Before you book: ask for a full pump-out (not a skim) and a signed manifest for every service, and keep it on site for inspectors.

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Pittsburgh grease trap FAQ

Do restaurants in Pittsburgh need a grease trap permit?

County plumbing plan review ($85 minimum fee), per the official source checked 2026-10-19.

Who enforces grease trap rules in Pittsburgh, PA?

Allegheny County Health Department, Plumbing Program (Article XV Plumbing Code; commercial plan review) (program contact: ACHD Plumbing Plans Examiner: 412-578-8397). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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