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Arlington, TX grease trap requirements

Official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval. Quoted from the official source below — verify with your city.

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Last checked Nov 2, 2026 against City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056)

Program run by City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056). Hand-checked against source 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 Arlington. Most programs require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth (check yours). Confirm with City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056) at 817-459-5876.
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 City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056) at 817-459-5876 whether a FOG or wastewater permit applies.

From the official source(s) below, last checked 2026-11-02. Rules change; verify with your city.

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Arlington: the official sources we checked don't set a fixed pumping interval. Source: City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056), checked 2026-11-02.

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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.

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Arlington grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Arlington are set by City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for Arlington, so plan on pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap (the most common rule) and follow any schedule on your permit.

Of the 19 Texas programs we track, 15 state a pumping schedule and 8 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Arlington yet; see Texas pumping companies. Compare all Texas cities.

Arlington grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor type	Every business that prepares, handles, serves or cleans up food (restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream/snow cone shops, child care) must have a grease interceptor that meets City design specs, plus a sample well and securing device for City sampling. The FOG discharge standard is 200 mg/L. ✓ checked against source
Sizing rule	Sized under Ordinance 24-056 from the total potential flow of every fixture and drain in food prep, serving and cleanup areas; the City offers a sizing spreadsheet. Existing interceptors may need replacing if worn out or undersized. ✓ 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	817-459-5876 ✓ checked against source

Sources

https://www.arlingtontx.gov/City-Services/Water-Utilities/Water-Utilities/Water-Utilities-Resources-for-Engineers-Builders-and-Contractors/Commercial-Building-Plan-Requirements/Grease-Interceptor-Frequently-Asked-Questions · checked 2026-11-02

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Who enforces grease trap rules in Arlington, TX?

City of Arlington Water Utilities, Water Resource Services (Industrial Waste and Water Pollution Control, Ord. 24-056) (program contact: 817-459-5876). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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