Where to Place the Mailbox
- Position your mailbox 41″ to 45″ from the road surface to the bottom of the mailbox or point of mail entry.
- Place your mailbox 6″ to 8″ back from the curb.
- Put your house or apartment number on the mailbox.
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Can I put my mailbox anywhere?
The USPS does not legislate the relocation of residential mailboxes nationally. Rather, they allow local postmasters to decide what is best for their geographic location and mail service. Make a quick trip or call to your local post office first.
What side of the road do I put my mailbox?
right-hand
Mailbox Height and Placement Rules
Your mailbox door must be 6 to 8 inches from the curb when closed. Your mailbox must face outward and be placed on the right-hand side of the road.
Who determines where a mailbox is placed?
The placement of every mailbox is determined by the USPS – for safety, efficiency of the route/driver. Before moving/replacing your mailbox one Is encouraged to visit the post office and ask for instructions. You will be given general instructions on where/how a mailbox must be placed.
Can I put a mailbox in front of my house?
If you have a curbside mailbox or a mailbox on the outside of your house, USPS regulations govern what can and cannot be placed in them.Conversely, USPS regulations do not govern what can be placed in a mail slot on your door. This means that if a local business wants to put a flyer in the mail slot, they can do so.
Does your mailbox have to be in a certain place?
Position your mailbox 41″ to 45″ from the road surface to the bottom of the mailbox or point of mail entry. Place your mailbox 6″ to 8″ back from the curb.If your mailbox is on a different street from your house or apartment, put your full street address on the box.
Can you move your mailbox to the other side of the driveway?
Yes, you can! Moving your mailbox to the opposite side of your driveway will not affect the sequential order of the sorting /delivering process of your mail.
Does mailbox go before or after driveway?
The mailbox should be where you local post office standards say it should be. Its location is regulated by the postal regulations. Call the post office and ask. If you are looking for convenience, then place it on the side of the driveway closest to the front door.
What is the proper height for a mailbox?
According to United States Postal regulations proper placement of a mailbox means at least 41 and no more than 45 inches about ground and no part of the mailbox may be closer than 8 inches behind the back of the curb (see illustration).
Can you relocate your mailbox?
Postal Service Rules
The Postal Service permits moving a mailbox, but it must be placed in a location that is readily accessible by a mail carrier. For example, roadside mailboxes must in a location where mail carriers can place mail from their delivery vehicles.
Is it illegal for a mailman to not deliver mail?
(a) generally, which prior to amendment read as follows: “Whoever, being a postmaster or Postal Service employee, unlawfully detains, delays, or opens any letter, postal card, package, bag, or mail intrusted to him or which shall come into his possession, and which was intended to be conveyed by mail, or carried or
Who owns the mailbox in front of my house?
Yes, Mailboxes Are Federal Property
Assuming a USPS-compliant mailbox is installed and ready for use, it’s considered federal property. In other words, the homeowner doesn’t legally own his or her mailbox; it’s the property of the U.S. government.
Are you liable if someone hits your mailbox?
Hitting a mailbox is similar to other minor traffic accidents and should be reported to the mailbox owner or the police. Because a mailbox is personal property, you or your insurance company will be liable for its repair or replacement. Leaving the scene of a collision with a mailbox is a crime in most jurisdictions.
Do you need concrete for mailbox post?
Concrete will provide a strong and stable foundation; however, it isn’t required.Once the concrete has dried, additional dirt can then be distributed on top of the concrete and around the mailbox post. If you want to forgo using concrete, another option is to fill the remaining depth of the hole with dirt.
Is decorating your mailbox illegal?
United States Postal Service Collection boxes are the property of the Postal Service. You are not allowed to affix anything to them, including flyers, signs about missing items or animals, and advertisements.
Do you put numbers on both sides of mailbox?
We often get asked if house numbers should be applied to both sides of the mailbox. In most cases the answer is yes. Unless one side of your mailbox is obstructed, having mailbox numbers on both sides of your mailbox allows for drivers and emergency responders to identify your property when driving in any direction.
Can I throw away mail that is not mine?
Yes. It is a federal crime to open or destroy mail that is not intended for you.If you intentionally open or destroy someone else’s mail, you are committing obstruction of correspondence, which is a felony.
Is it illegal to reinforce your mailbox?
The answer is no. You don’t owe a duty of care to someone to pad your mailbox so it is soft for them when they maliciously try to destroy it.