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Greenville, SC grease trap requirements

Program run by Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation). 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: Under-sink traps weekly, monthly or quarterly (as ReWa approves); full pump-out every time
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: ReWa approval needed before installing a grease device

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

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How often does Greenville require grease trap pumping?

Greenville's pumping rule is quoted below from the official source. Want a heads-up before your next pump-out? Get free email reminders on Greenville's schedule. For restaurants and for property, building and facility managers. How reminders work

Greenville rule: under-sink traps weekly, monthly or quarterly (as ReWa approves); full pump-out every time. The source says: “Under-sink grease traps must be maintained weekly, monthly or quarterly as approved by ReWa. Every service must remove all contents (floating grease, wastewater and solids) at a frequency that keeps the device working; top-skimming, decanting and back-flushing are prohibited.” Source: Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation), checked 2026-10-19.

Fines: “Violations can bring fines of up to $2,000 per offense, plus ReWa's costs for any blockage or cleanup.” Source: Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation), checked 2026-10-19.

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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.

Greenville grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Greenville are set by Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation). Pumping: under-sink traps weekly, monthly or quarterly (as ReWa approves); full pump-out every time. A FOG or wastewater permit is required. Pumping must be done by an approved or licensed hauler. Keep pumping records or manifests on site for inspectors. The ordinance sets penalties for violations (see Fines & penalties below).

Of the 4 South Carolina programs we track, 4 state a pumping schedule and 2 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Greenville yet; see South Carolina pumping companies. Compare all South Carolina cities.

Greenville grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor type	In-ground grease interceptors are required for most food service establishments. Under-sink grease traps are allowed only when ReWa decides one gives adequate control, or space or size makes an in-ground interceptor impractical. No grease control device may be installed or replaced without ReWa approval. ✓ checked against source
Sizing rule	Not stated in the sources we checked
Pumping / cleaning frequency	Under-sink grease traps must be maintained weekly, monthly or quarterly as approved by ReWa. Every service must remove all contents (floating grease, wastewater and solids) at a frequency that keeps the device working; top-skimming, decanting and back-flushing are prohibited. ✓ checked against source
Permit required?	Notify ReWa before buying or installing any grease control device. New in-ground interceptors need ReWa plan approval (ReWa reviews within 30 days; a Plans and Specifications fee applies), and ReWa must be told at least 48 hours before backfilling so it can do a final inspection. ReWa may also issue a permit with limits and reporting requirements. ✓ checked against source
Permit & program fees	Not stated in the sources we checked
Inspections	ReWa staff may inspect records, grease traps and grease interceptors and take samples. ✓ checked against source
Record keeping	Keep a written log of grease trap maintenance. Each load of trap or interceptor waste must go with a disposal manifest signed by the restaurant's representative. ✓ checked against source
Pumper / hauler approval	Haulers need a current South Carolina license (Division of Onsite Wastewater Systems) to maintain grease interceptors and haul grease waste, and must send ReWa a log of the food service establishments they serviced by January 15 and July 15 each year. ✓ checked against source
Reporting portal	Not stated in the sources we checked
Fines & penalties	Violations can bring fines of up to $2,000 per offense, plus ReWa's costs for any blockage or cleanup. ✓ checked against source
Program contact	ReWa: 864-299-4000 ✓ checked against source

Sources

https://rewaonline.org/pdfs/10-Attachment-F-Grease-Control-Regulation.pdf · checked 2026-10-19
https://rewaonline.org/for-business-and-industry/food-service-establishments · checked 2026-10-19

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Greenville grease trap FAQ

How often do grease traps have to be pumped in Greenville, SC?

Pump under-sink traps weekly, monthly or quarterly (as ReWa approves); full pump-out every time. Source: Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation), checked 2026-10-19. Rules change; confirm with the local sewer authority.

Do restaurants in Greenville need a grease trap permit?

ReWa approval needed before installing a grease device, per the official source checked 2026-10-19.

Who enforces grease trap rules in Greenville, SC?

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), FOG Control Program (Sewer Use Regulation, Attachment F: Grease Control Regulation) (program contact: ReWa: 864-299-4000). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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