Volusia County enforces grease trap compliance through its FOG Program, with the City of Daytona Beach maintaining its own local enforcement within city limits. All food service establishments must register with the appropriate FOG program and follow assigned pump-out schedules. These local requirements work alongside state standards under Chapter 62-705 F.A.C..
Local Ordinance Details
The Volusia County FOG Program is administered by Volusia County Water Resources and Utilities. The program covers FSEs connected to the county wastewater system and requires registration, approved grease control equipment, and ongoing maintenance documentation. The City of Daytona Beach operates its own utilities department and enforces FOG compliance independently within city limits. Other municipalities such as DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, and Ormond Beach may have additional local requirements through their respective utility departments.
Pump-Out Frequency
Volusia County assigns pump-out frequency on a per-permit basis. Typical schedules include:
- Full-service restaurants and bars: Every 30 to 90 days
- Fast food and quick service: Every 60 to 90 days
- Institutional kitchens: Every 90 days
- Low-volume FSEs: Up to every 90 days with documented low grease output
Daytona Beach follows a similar per-permit model. Your assigned frequency is based on establishment type, trap capacity, and historical grease accumulation data. The county may adjust your schedule after inspections.
Documentation Required
Volusia County and Daytona Beach inspectors require:
- Active FOG program registration with the applicable utility provider
- Grease waste service manifests for every pump-out event
- Maintenance records with cleaning dates, hauler information, and volumes removed
- DEP registration verification for the grease waste hauler
- Equipment records showing trap or interceptor size, type, and installation date
Penalties
Volusia County enforces FOG violations through a progressive system. First violations result in a written Notice of Violation with a compliance deadline. Subsequent violations carry fines starting at $250 per day, escalating for repeat offenses. Daytona Beach follows a similar approach through its own code enforcement process. Facilities responsible for causing sanitary sewer overflows due to FOG may face additional fines and liability for emergency cleanup costs.
How to Stay Compliant
- Register with Volusia County Water Resources and Utilities or your municipal utility provider's FOG program.
- Follow your assigned pump-out schedule — your permit specifies the required interval.
- Use only DEP-registered grease waste haulers and confirm their registration status before contracting.
- Maintain organized records of all manifests, maintenance logs, and equipment documentation for at least three years.
- Contact your utility provider proactively if you change your menu, increase seating, or modify your kitchen — these changes may affect your required pumping frequency.
Find a Service Provider
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Daytona Beach have different grease trap rules than Volusia County?
Daytona Beach operates its own utility system and enforces FOG compliance independently. While the general framework is similar to the county program (per-permit frequency, manifest requirements), the specific permitting process and enforcement procedures are handled by Daytona Beach Utilities. Contact them directly if your facility is within city limits.
How many grease trap service companies operate in Volusia County?
Volusia County has a significant number of grease trap service providers due to its large hospitality industry along the coast. Browse the Volusia County directory for current listings of DEP-registered haulers serving the area.
What triggers an inspection in Volusia County?
Inspections occur on a routine schedule (typically annually for compliant facilities), in response to complaints from neighbors or the public, or after a reported sanitary sewer overflow in your area. Facilities with a history of violations are inspected more frequently. All inspections may be unannounced.