Bylaws Grease Traps

City of Edmonton Bylaws

March 27, 20252 min read

Edmonton City Bylaws for Grease Traps

If you operate a restaurant or commercial kitchen in Edmonton, you're required to follow municipal bylaws regarding grease trap maintenance and waste disposal. Staying compliant isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about protecting the city’s water systems and keeping your business running without disruption.

At City Grease Trap Services, we help restaurant owners understand and meet the City of Edmonton’s grease trap cleaning requirements, ensuring you stay up to code and avoid unnecessary issues.


Why Grease Trap Regulations Exist in Edmonton

The City of Edmonton enforces grease trap regulations to prevent fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from entering the municipal sewer system. When grease enters the sewer lines, it solidifies and causes:

  • Blockages and sewer backups

  • Increased municipal maintenance costs

  • Environmental hazards

  • Business fines and closures

To protect the system, commercial food establishments are legally required to have functional grease traps and maintain them regularly.


City of Edmonton Bylaw Requirements (Summary):

While each business should confirm with the City directly, common grease trap requirements in Edmonton include:

  • Installation of a properly sized and approved grease trap

  • Regular cleaning and maintenance, typically every 30 to 90 days

  • Keeping records of all cleanings and grease disposal

  • Using proper FOG disposal practices – never down the drain

  • Ensuring that grease traps are accessible and functioning properly

Failure to comply can result in:

  • Fines or penalties under the Drainage Bylaw

  • Backflow issues and costly repairs

  • Inspections and compliance reviews from City officials


How City Grease Trap Services Helps You Stay Compliant

We offer more than just cleaning—we provide full compliance support, including:

  • Scheduled grease trap cleaning and pumping

  • Documentation for inspections and reporting

  • Expert advice on Edmonton bylaws and requirements

  • Emergency service if your grease trap fails a compliance check


Avoid Fines & Downtime – Book Your Cleaning Today

Whether you're setting up a new restaurant or managing an established kitchen, regular grease trap maintenance is not optional—it’s required. Our experienced team ensures your system is cleaned properly, maintained regularly, and ready for inspection.

📞 Call 780-716-7460 to schedule your grease trap service
💻 Visit citygreasetrapservices.com to learn more or book online
📱 Text us to set up a custom cleaning schedule

Randy Hamilton

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