§ 32-172. Definitions.  


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  • The following words and terms, as used in this division, shall be deemed to mean and be construed as follows:

    Automatic grease removal device shall mean a plumbing appurtenance that is installed in a sanitary drainage system to intercept free-flowing fats, oils and grease from wastewater discharge. Such a device operates on a time- or event-controlled basis and has the ability to remove free-floating fats, oils, and grease automatically without intervention from the user, except for maintenance.

    Grease interceptor shall mean a plumbing appurtenance that is installed in a sanitary drainage system to intercept oily and greasy wastes from a wastewater discharge. Such device has the ability to intercept free-flowing fats and oils.

    Grease-laden waste shall mean effluent discharge that is produced from food processing, food preparation or other sources where grease, fats, and oils enter automatic dishwater pre-rinse stations, sinks or other appurtenances.

    Grease removal device shall mean a grease interceptor or automatic grease removal device.

    Food service establishment shall mean any facility that prepares and/or packages food for sale or consumption, on or off site, with the exception of private residences. The term "food service establishment" includes, but is not limited to: food courts, food manufacturers, food processors, food packagers, restaurants, grocery stores, delicatessens, bakeries, lounges, hospitals, hotels, nursing homes, churches, college dining halls, Greek housing (sororities, and fraternities), and cafeterias in schools.

(Ord. No. 7319, § 1, 10-17-17)