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Does the USPS require you to have a residential mailbox if you have a PO box?
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∙ 15y ago
They are supposed to if you get mail addressed to you there. You can say no! Most time it is spam or junk mail and the PO has to trash it or send it back. My Mom never had a problem with no mailbox out front for 45 years. She had a PO mailbox at the City main post office. I had to check it every day even on Sunday. I have a mailbox out front now and it delivers me mostly wet spam mail - the driver won't close the d door.
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Is there a federal law regarding placing advertisements on a mailbox?
I just found out by the USPS that you cannot hang anything on a mail box at all
Who is responsible for erecting my official USPS mailbox is it me or USPS?
It is your responsibility to provide a box that has been approved by the Post Master General. You can find one at your local hardware store or possibly Wal-Mart.
Which is correct mailbox mail box mail-box?
mailbox
What restrictions does the USPS place on mailboxes?
Essentially any mailbox you buy has to pass USPS regulations or noone would or could sell it. If you sold mailboxes that didn't meet standards you'd be in a lot of trouble. Most of the regulations relate to moving your mailbox or the post. Advertising is not allowed on the stand or the box. Full regulations can be found here. http://www.usps.com/receive/mailboxstandards.htm
How far to park from a USPS mailbox?
You may want to park at least a feet away from a USPS Mailbox because so the Mail Truck can go around and get next the mailbox. If there is a car or something blocking it then you may not get your mail. Also that is the same thing for if you have a car or something right close to the mailbox.
To meet USPS regulations how far from the curb front to the front of the mailbox and from street to the bottom of the mailbox?
Answer Mailbox heightAs quoted from the US Postal Service website: "You should install the mailbox with the bottom of the box at a vertical height of between 41-45 inches from the road surface." The front of the box should be 6 - 9 inches from the curb. But as for practicality, remember that your mail-person has to do their deliveries some 6-700 times each and every day, it would be prudent to make it as easy for them as possible. Group mailboxes together, and make it a convenient height for their delivery vehicle.
Are you required to have a mailbox?
I think it is required to have a mailing address, but it could be a post office box rather than a mail box.Added: If you do not have a 'regulation' residential mailbox or mail slot, the Post Office will not deliver your mail to your home. If you have a mailbox at the post office any mail addressed specifically to that box will go into it. If you don't have a box at the post office, your mail will be held for a short time and then returned to the sender as undeliverable.
Is illegal to take pictures of another person's unopened mail?
I know it is illegal to put anything that is not stamped in a mail box but I also would like to know if it is illegal to open a mailbox for example you are lost and need an address would it be illegal to open a mailbox to see what the address is on an envelope?Yes, it is illegal. It is a federal offeense to open a mailbox or tamper with a mail box unless you are employed by the USPS.
Can a short mailbox cause one to have mail delivery suspended?
Yes. The U.S. Postal Service has mailbox height requirements. If your mailbox does not comply with these requirements then the USPS will suspend delivery service until the problems are corrected. I know this personally because it happened to me twice.Below is are the requirements as stated on the USPS website.The name on your mailbox should be at least 1 inch high.You should install the mailbox with the bottom of the box at a vertical height of between 41-45 inches from the road surface, unless you have a road or curb condition that prevents this. If you do, be sure to contact the postmaster before you change your mailbox location.Boxes must also be on the right-hand side of the road and in the carrier's direction of travel in all cases in which driving on the left-hand side to reach the boxes would pose a traffic hazard or violate traffic laws and regulations.Your mailbox should be set back 6 to 8 inches from the front face of the curb or road edge to the mailbox door.A mailbox with a lock must be a model that's USPS approved by the Postmaster General, with a slot large enough to accommodate your daily volume of mail.
How to Select Residential Mailboxes?
Residential mailboxes are available in decorative and architectural designs. The mailbox may either be freestanding or mounted on a wall of the home. The mailbox may be selected to integrate with the style of the home. Other residential mailbox designs may suit the home owner’s personality. Residential mailboxes may accommodate a multi-unit gated community or a single family residential home. Residential mailboxes are made of a variety of materials in order to complement the residence and add curb appeal to the home. Some individuals live in neighborhoods that have strict codes regarding the additions to their homes. Residential mailboxes may also be within the code. The least obtrusive residential mailboxes that meet most codes look similar to address plaques. These residential mailboxes also meet the codes of the U.S. Postal Service. The home address is posted on the mailbox that is either mounted on the wall or located beside the curb. Most of these types of mailboxes are made from die cast or aluminum. These residential mailboxes are weather-resistant and rust-proof. Wall –mounted residential mailboxes with address plaques may cost between $100 and $200 per box. Free-standing residential mailboxes of the same material cost between $400 and $500 per box. Some of the personalized residential mailboxes may come with attached newspaper boxes, personalized toppers, or personalized doors. Residential mailboxes may also be made of stone or of the same material of the home. Some of the mailboxes have a Victorian style to the box. Many of the Victorian style mailboxes sit on a pedestal and are adorned with intricate detail. Many of these mailboxes range from $170 to $500 per box. Residential mailboxes may include two boxes on one post for townhomes. Alternatively, individuals may select to purchase a standard box and decorate it themselves. Most of these types of boxes are found in rural areas and must be approved by the U.S. Postal Service prior to posting. Mailboxes serving multiple family units may contain 30 to 50 mailboxes in one single unit. These mailboxes do not have to be functional or utilitarian. The mailboxes may also be architecturally stylish and in keeping with strict neighborhood codes. Regardless of the mailbox type chosen, the residential mailbox should be able to withstand all types of weather and meet the U.S. Postal Standards.
When was the mailbox invented?
The mailbox was invented in 1892 by George E. Becket. It was called a house door letter box at that time.
How tall is a mailbox?
As quoted from the USPS website: "You should install the mailbox with the bottom of the box at a vertical height of between 41-45 inches from the road surface."Your house number should be clearly marked on the mailbox with painted numbers or stickers no less than 1" high. The numbers should be placed on the side of the box visible to the carrier's regular approach. The mailbox may also have the owner's name.The box should be on the right-hand side of the road as traveled by the mail carrier.It should be located approximately 2' from the side of the road to ensure the carrier can get off the road enough to clear traffic.
