North Carolina FOG & Grease Trap Rules
Durham
Durham generally requires monthly cleaning. More frequent cleaning is required when FOG discharge exceeds 250 mg/L; less frequent cleaning may be allowed when the facility demonstrates compliance at 250 mg/L. Keep cleaning and removal records for three years and make them available for inspection.
Raleigh
Raleigh requires FOG permit or pretreatment approval before commercial building-plan submission. Contact [email protected] or 919-996-2334.
Local rules
Greensboro
Greensboro requires local plan approval and properly sized interceptors for new food-service buildings. Greensboro detail
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County
Winston-Salem publishes a local grease-control policy covering equipment, maintenance, inspections, and records. Winston-Salem detail