Can I move my mailbox to my side of the road?
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.
Why are mailboxes on the wrong side of the road?
Before construction, every mailbox used to be on one side of the road. As part of safety improvement, the city installed uniformed boxes on both sides, so people would not have to cross the street. “You don’t have to walk out into the street.” The post office, however, has not changed its route.
How do you know which side of the road to put your mailbox on?
Curbside mailboxes must be placed on the right-hand side of the road and facing outward so that mail carriers can access it easily without leaving their vehicle.
What side of the road do you Put Your mailbox on?
This will enable your mail carrier to pull up to the mailbox, insert your mail, and proceed without having to exit the vehicle. Which side of the road? Your mailbox placement should always be on the right side of the road on one-way streets. That is, if you are driving down the road, your mailbox should be on your right side.
What is the standard height of a mail box?
Mailbox Height Your mailbox height may not interest you most of the time, but rest assured that this is a very important topic to your mail carrier. The USPS official mailbox regulations state that the mailbox should be positioned at a height between 41″ – 45″.
How far should a mailbox be from the curb?
Curb Placement Equally as important, be sure the front edge of your mailbox is 6-8″ from the curb. If you do not have a curb, place it 6-8″ from the edge of the road. The distance you place the post from the road does not matter, it’s all about that front mailbox door.
What happens if my mailbox is too high or too low?
If you position the mailbox too high or too low, it may force the carrier to open their door to insert your mail. This will not result in a happy mail carrier and we definitely want to keep those who are delivering our mail happy!