Do you forward or receive project plans from other sections is plans are left at another location?
No, follow the guidelines on the pretreatment plan review checklists for project submittal.
How long does it take to review project plans for new pretreatment systems?
It takes 5-7 business days to review the plan and receive the comments.
I am going to open a commercial car wash with a reclaim system, will I need an oil separator?
Yes, the car wash will still have some backwash to the sewer that is not caught by the reclaim system.
I am opening a large restaurant in a space that was previously a sandwich shop, can I use the existing grease trap on site?
No, the grease trap may not be sized for your food operation.
I have a coffee or ice cream shop, do I need a grease trap?
Yes.
Who is responsible for maintenance of commercial pretreatment system(s)?
Owner/lease holder of establishments
What determines what kind and what size of pretreatment I can use?
Type of establishment based on amount of F.O.G. (Fats, Oils, Grease) generated.
What is the cost of pretreatment?
Costs vary based on type of systems; interior or exterior. Websites are available to price these systems
What format drawings should be?
PDF
Do I submit drawings online?
Yes electronic drawings are accepted on Fulton County website: https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/services/water-services/development-permitting/permitting-process
What kind of plans do I need to submit to obtain a commercial waste discharge permit?
. Civil drawings including utility plans for land disturbance permitting phase . Architectural plans including utility drawings for Building permit requests . You may refer to Fulton County Commercial Pretreatment Checklist for additional information
Who should I contact if I have a question while I am completing this application?
For questions about your existing permit, the steps for a new permit, a permit fee or any other question for the Fulton County Pretreatment team, please use the 'Discussion' feature to send a message to the Fulton County team. Another option is to email the team at: [email protected].