Managing Fats, Oils, and Grease in your Kitchen
It’s easier than you think!
The Wrong Way
Do not pour cooking residue directly into the drain.
Do not dispose of food waste into the garbage disposal.
Do not pour waste oil directly into the drain.
Do not wash floor mats where water will run off directly into the storm drain.
The Right Way
Wipe pots, pans, and work areas prior to washing.
Dispose of food waste directly into the trash.
Collect waste oil and store for recycling.
Clean mats inside over a utility sink.
The Drain is NOT a Dump Video
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Kitchen Best Management Practices Video
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Regulations
Restaurants are required to store fats, oils, and grease in containers that are picked up by permitted recycling and rendering facilities. These facilities can convert the FOG into viable resources such as biodiesel. Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from waste cooking oils and renewable energy crops.
YLWD Fats, Oils, and Grease Control Regulations
The fees adopted for Yorba Linda Water District’s Fats, Oils, and Grease Permit Program effective July 1, 2024, shall be as follows:
| Initial Permit and Application Fee | $250.00 per Food Service Establishment |
| Annual Renewal | $250.00 per Year per Food Service Establishment |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $440.00 per Occurrence |
| Mitigation Fee | Actual Costs* |
*Actual costs will be invoiced based on District’s current salary rates, benefits, materials, and equipment rates in effect at that time.